Capillary condensation between parallel walls of unequal length

We present a macroscopic theory of capillary condensation in slits formed by parallel walls of unequal length. Using the concept of an edge contact angle, we identify four distinct condensation states and derive Kelvin-like relations for their onset. The resulting phase diagrams, expressed in terms of wall geometry and contact angle, reveal two central organizing features: a geometric separatrix that divides distinct condensation regimes, and the wedge-filling threshold at θ=π/4, which separates a rich four-state scenario from a simpler two-state one. These results demonstrate how geometry dictates the onset and suppression of condensation in confined systems.

Authors

Institutions

Publication Details

Journal
Physical review. E
Published
2025-11-25
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1103/zwzc-2z38
Primary Topic
nanoparticles nucleation surface interactions
Type
article
Field-Weighted Citation Impact
0.00
Controls
|||
ALL TIME
JAN
FEB
MAR
APR
MAY
JUN
JUL
AUG
SEP
OCT
article

Capillary condensation between parallel walls of unequal length

Alexandr Malijevský
Physical review. E
nanoparticles nucleation surface interactions
article

Capillary condensation between parallel walls of unequal length

Alexandr Malijevský
article en

Abstract

We present a macroscopic theory of capillary condensation in slits formed by parallel walls of unequal length. Using the concept of an edge contact angle, we identify four distinct condensation states and derive Kelvin-like relations for their onset. The resulting phase diagrams, expressed in terms of wall geometry and contact angle, reveal two central organizing features: a geometric separatrix that divides distinct condensation regimes, and the wedge-filling threshold at θ=π/4, which separates a rich four-state scenario from a simpler two-state one. These results demonstrate how geometry dictates the onset and suppression of condensation in confined systems.

Physical review. EVol. 112(6)
Czech Academy of Sciences, Institute of Chemical Process Fundamentals (CZ), University of Chemistry and Technology, Prague (CZ)
Openalex Percentile: Top 56%
nanoparticles nucleation surface interactions
AI Navigator

Ask Laika to Summarize, Analyze, and Connect papers live on the map.

Summarize Papers & Methodologies

Extract key findings, datasets, and comparative methods across publications.

Benchmark Rankings & Visual Analytics

Rank top research institutions, authors, funders, topics, and journals by Field-Weighted Citation Impact (FWCI) and paper volume with instant charts.

Connect Distant Disciplines

Bridge topological clusters on the map to find hidden collaborative intersections.