Molecular Dynamics Simulation of the Cross-Scale Role of the Transition Layer in Droplet Coalescence under a DC Electric Field

Chunhui Song; Huiru He; Wenjie Guo; Xu Cao; Junjia Zhu; Minghe Chi

doi:10.1039/d5nj04413h

January 1, 2026New Journal of Chemistry

Molecular Dynamics Simulation of the Cross-Scale Role of the Transition Layer in Droplet Coalescence under a DC Electric Field

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This research aims to explore the impact of the transition layer on droplet coalescence under a DC electric field.
Conducted molecular dynamics simulations
Examined the behavior of droplets in a DC electric field
Analyzed the formation and stability of the transition layer
The transition layer significantly influences droplet coalescence efficiency
Enhanced electrocoalescence was observed with the presence of the transition layer
Stabilization of droplets occurred due to the electric field

Implication

Simulation reveals the role of a transition layer in droplet coalescence, highlighting implications for oil-water separation.

Abstract

Electrocoalescence technology is widely employed for oil-water separation in crude oil dehydration due to its high efficiency and process stability. However, the presence of an enriched intermediate transition layer between...

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Song et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Molecular Dynamics Simulation of the Cross-Scale Role of the Transition Layer in Droplet Coalescence under a DC Electric Field

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Molecular Dynamics Simulation of the Cross-Scale Role of the Transition Layer in Droplet Coalescence under a DC Electric Field

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