2 papers
physics.flu-dyn2024
On Modeling Tear Breakup Dynamics with a Nematic Lipid Layer
M. J. Taranchuk, R. J. Braun
One of the main roles of the lipid layer (LL) of the tear film (TF) is to help prevent evaporation of the aqueous layer (AL). The LL thickness, composition, and structure all contr…
physics.flu-dyn2024
On the Effect of Liquid Crystal Orientation in the Lipid Layer on Tear Film Thinning and Breakup
M. J. Taranchuk, R. J. Braun
The human tear film (TF) is thin multilayer fluid film that is critical for clear vision and ocular surface health. Its dynamics are strongly affected by a floating lipid layer and…