73th Annual Meeting of the APS Division of Fluid Dynamics (November 22, 2020 — November 24, 2020)

P0017: Fluid Dynamics of COVID-19 Spread

Authors
  • Cooper Kovar, Penn State University
  • Lisa Panczner , Penn State University
  • Heidi Reuter, Penn State University
  • Azar Eslam-Panah, Penn State University
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1103/APS.DFD.2020.GFM.P0017

Through dye flow visualization, it was found that cloth-based masks provide minimal stopping-capability for the tiny droplets; however, they are able to limit the speed of the outcoming jets significantly. It is shown that these masks can also avoid direct spread of droplets but there is some leakage through the top and bottom edges of the mask. The visuals used in our study can emphasize on the rationale behind social-distancing guidelines and recommendations for using facemasks. 

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