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Training Division - DFSG
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November-December 2007
HyPR-CALC HYDRAULICS & RHEOLOGY
WHAT DO WE MEAN BY “HYDRAULICS”?
Mechanical and Flow properties of Fluids as

applied to practical Mud Engineering
Otherwise referred to as “Fluid Mechanics”
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What is HYDRAULICS?
An operation where the drilling fluid is used to

transfer pressure from the surface to the bit, using
the pressure drop across the bit to enhance the rate
of penetration!
Part of this energy is used to clean the face of the

bit!
The pressures exerted in circulating a well can be

calculated, using Rheological Models!
We need to know the TYPE of fluid!
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WHY EFFECTIVE HYDRAULICS?
Hole Cleaning
Hydrostatic Pressure Optimisation

– Wellbore Stability
– Wellbore Control
Equivalent Circulating Densities (ECD)
Surge and Swab Control whilst Tripping
Limitation of Pump Capacity
Optimisation of Drilling Operation
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The FLUID RHEOLOGY
Fluid Rheology affects carrying capacity, slip

velocity, and annular hydraulics.
Fluid Rheology also affects the suspending

characteristics of the Drilling Fluid.
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Defining some Terms
Rheology
Viscosity
Shear Stress
Shear Rate
Newtonian Fluids
Non-Newtonian Fluids
Rheological Models
Flow Regimes
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What is RHEOLOGY?
Rheology is the science of the deformation and flow of

matter.
When applied to Drilling Fluids, rheology deals with the

relationship between Flow Rate and Flow Pressure and
their combined effects on the Flow Characteristics of the
fluid.
Each of these three items is inter-related to the other.
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What is VISCOSITY?
Viscosity relates to the resistance to deformation exhibited by

a fluid.
In our world, we can think of it as a relationship that exists

between the Shear Stress and the Shear Rate.
We must not think in terms of “thick” and “thin”.
Viscosity is calculated with the following formula:
Viscosity = Shear Stress / Shear Rate
The Marsh funnel is NOT a measure of viscosity.
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Viscosity -
Definition: Force applied across a unit area to

maintain unit velocity in liquid at a unit distance
apart.
F= (F1/A)
((V2-V1)/D)
For Water Viscosity is 1 Centipoise
For H2O-Constant irrespective of force applied.
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The importance of VISCOSITY!
Hole Cleaning
Barite Suspension
Drilling Rate
Circulating Pressures - E.C.D.
Pipe Movement Pressures - Swab & Surge
Erosion - Flow Regimes
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What is SHEAR STRESS?
Shear Stress is defined as the force required to overcome a fluid’s
resistance to flow, divided by the area that force is working on.
Measured in dynes/cm2.
Basic formula is:
Shear Stress = F / A
Where: F = Force applied (dynes)

A = Surface area under
stress (cm2)
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What is SHEAR RATE?
Shear rate is defined as the relative velocity of the

fluid layers, divided by their normal separation
distance.
Shear rate is expressed in reciprocal seconds (sec-1).
Basic formula is:

Shear Rate = V / H
Where: V = Velocity (cm/sec)

H = Distance
(cm)
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HYDRAULICS & RHEOLOGY
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► Shear Stress, lbs/100 ft² = Dial Reading X

1.0678
► The Shear Rate equivalent to the rpm’s of a

Rheometer (VG Meter) is rpm’s multiplied by
1.7033.
600 rpm’s = 1022 sec-1.
300 rpm’s = 511 sec-1.
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The TYPES of Fluids
 Fluids can be classified based on rheological behaviour.
 We are primarily concerned with just two TYPES of

fluids:
 Newtonian Fluids
 Non-Newtonian Fluids
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NEWTONIAN Fluids
Sir Isaac Newton stated that “For every action, there is an equal and
opposite re-action.”
Therefore, if a force is applied to a fluid layer, it should move. Every

force increase should give a proportional velocity increase.
Most naturally occurring fluids act just that way. They are known as
NEWTONIAN Fluids.
All fluids exhibit some internal resistance to flow. This is known as

Plastic Viscosity, or PV.
Examples are water, glycerine, oil, etc.
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Newtonian Model - Graphically Illustrated

Y= m x + c where for water
m=1 & c=0
Shear Stress, lb/100 ft²

50
40
30
20
10
0
0 200 400 600 800 1,000 1,200
Shear Rate, 1/sec
600 RPM Reading = 40
300 RPM Reading = 20
PV = 20; YP = 0
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NON-NEWTONIAN Fluids
A Non-Newtonian fluid is basically any fluid that does not behave

in a manner similar to a Newtonian fluid.
Typical examples are paint, cream, printing ink and virtually all
Drilling Fluids.
They contain solid particles of various sizes that form a structure

resistant to flow.
When sufficient force is applied the structure “yields” and begins

to move. We call this the Yield Point.
As per BINGHAM model, c > 0 but m is constant over a range of

shear rates.
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NON-NEWTONIAN Fluids!
For a NON-NEWTONIAN fluid, the ratio of Shear Stress to Shear

Rate is NOT a constant!
MOST drilling fluids are NON-NEWTONIAN fluids.
Any measurement of viscosity on a NON-NEWTONIAN fluid must

specify the shear rate. m
We calculate EFFECTIVE VISCOSITY, (me), as opposed to

VISCOSITY!
Effective viscosity is measured at shear rates that correspond to

those in the well bore.
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The RHEOLOGICAL MODELS!
A RHEOLOGICAL MODEL is a description of the relationship between:

– Shear Stress:
– Shear Rate:
It is a mathematical expression which best fits the actual behaviour of
the fluid.
Commonly used in the drilling fluids industry:

– Bingham Plastic Model y=mx+c
– Power Law Model y=kxn
– Modified Power Law (HB) y=kxn+C
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The BINGHAM PLASTIC Model!
The simplest model, and one of the most commonly used, is

the BINGHAM PLASTIC model.
Assumes the shear stress is a linear function of shear rate,

once a specific shear stress has been exceeded.
Expressed as:
t = YP + PV (g)
Where:
– YP = yield point, lb/100 ft2
– PV = plastic viscosity, cp (centipoise)
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The BINGHAM PLASTIC Model!
Best characterises fluids at higher shear rates.
PV and YP are calculated from a conventional concentric

viscometer with the data taken at 600 and 300 rpm dial
readings.
– PV = q600 - q300
– YP = q300 - PV
By multiplying the shear rate in rpm by 1.702, you can derive the
shear rate in reciprocal seconds (sec-1).
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Bingham Model - Graphically Illustrated y=mx+c

60
50
40
30
20
10
0
0 200 400 600 800 1,000 1,200
Shear Rate, 1/sec
600 RPM reading = 50
300 RPM reading = 30
PV = 20; YP = 10
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The POWER LAW Model!
The POWER LAW model describes a fluid in which the
shear stress/shear rate relationship is a straight line when
plotted on log-log graph paper.
It more closely approximates the low shear rate behaviour

of a drilling fluid.
The POWER LAW model is:

t = K(gn)
Where:
– K = The consistency index, (lb-secn/100 ft2)
– n = The power law exponent (dimensionless)
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The concept of “n” and “K”
The units of the Power Law Model are:

– “n”, the Power Law Index.
– “K”, the Consistency Factor
Two regimes of flow are usually recognised:
– Medium range, found inside the pipe, the jets and around the bit.
– Low range, found in the annulus.
– The cross-over point between the two is generally recognised as 170
sec-1.
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The “n” Value
“n” is the Power Law Exponent.
“n” dictates the logarithmic curve followed in a Shear

Rate/Shear Stress graphical analysis.
“n” is a function of the Shear-Thinning properties of a fluid.

– “n” values are always less than 1.000
– “n” values away from 1 indicate fluids that immediately
Shear-Thin.
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“n” and “K”?

The rheological parameters “n” and “K” can be calculated from any
two shear-rate/shear-stress data points. This is rarely a totally
straight line.
Normal procedure is to calculate these values at shear rates in the

drillstring and in the annulus!
– Drillstring = np and Kp
– Annulus = na and Ka
We use the 3 rpm and 100 rpm readings for the low shear rate.
We use the 300 rpm and 600 rpm readings for the high shear rate.
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Calculating “n”!
The general formula for “n” is:
log ( t 2 / t 1 )
n = -----------------
log ( g 2 / g 1 )
Using the 600 and 300 rpm dial readings, the

equation simplifies to:
(q600)
n = 3.32log --------------
(q300)
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"n" Value Relationships
If n = 1, the fluid is Newtonian.
If n < 1, the fluid is non-Newtonian and more shear thinning.
Low n values:
– Promote laminar flow
– Increase carrying capacity
As n decreases flow profile flattens
Most drilling fluids have n values between 0.3 - 0.5
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“n” Power Law Exponent Definition
= 3.32 log (600 ÷ 300 viscometer reading)
“n” power law Describes the shear thinning properties of a

exponent fluid, i.e. degree of non-newtonian behavior.
High shear “A shear thinning fluid is one that thins in a high

environment
shear environment, i.e. in the drill pipe & at the
bit, and thickens in a low shear environment,
i.e. in the annulus”.
The “n” value defines the velocity profile in the

Low shear annulus.
environment
Note: PV:YP ratio also defines the velocity
profile in the annulus, i.e. PV equal to or < YP
results in a flat velocity profile – PV > YP will
sharpen the velocity profile incrementally.
Annulus
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The “K” Value
“K” is a consistency constant that gives a measure of

thickness compared to other fluids.
It may be compared to Plastic Viscosity, but the

relationship is not precise.
Actual “Effective Viscosity” must be calculated using

“K” and “n” for each specific Shear Rate.
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Calculating “K”!
The general formula for “K” is:
2
K = -------
( 2 )n
Using the 600 and 300 rpm dial readings, the equation
simplifies to:
(300)
K = ----------
511 n
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"K" value Relationships
K defines viscosity at a low shear

rate
Higher K generally improves hole

cleaning
Higher K increases system

pressure loss
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Power Law Model - API Method
API uses 2 equations

– Pipe Values - Shear Rates > 511
1/sec
– Annular Values - Shear Rates < 511
1/sec
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Using Power Law Numbers
Fluid Velocities (in feet per second) are calculated for each
hydraulic diameter in the pipe or annulus.
K’s and n’s are applied to each section.
Effective Viscosity (me) of the mud is calculated for each

section.
A Critical Reynolds Number (Rec) is calculated for the mud.
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Power Law Model Weakness
Has no yield stress.

– May be inaccurate at shear rates <1
Need two sets of values for accuracy

– Pipe
– Annular
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Viscosity Profiles of Fluid Models
Viscosity, cP
10,000
5,000
2,000
Newtonian
1,000
Power Law
500
Actual
200
Bingham
100
50
20
10
1 3 10 30 100 300 1,000 3,000
Shear Rate, 1/sec
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Graph of Actual Readings vs. Bingham and Power Law
Models

40
30
20
10 Bingham Actual Power Law Power Law

Model Values Pipe Annulus
0
0 200 400 600 800 1,000 1,200
Shear Rate, 1/sec
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OTHER Models!
HERSCHEL-BUCKLEY (Modified Power Law)
Best fit to Drilling Fluids - = K(n) + YP

YP = 3
n = (3.32) log [( 300-YP ) / ( 300-YP )]
K = 300 / 511 n
CASSON
– Very accurate at low shear rates, but complicated and difficult to
use.
ROBERTSON-STIFF
The best model for HPHT Wells
– A three parameter model that is also difficult to

use. Very accurate in many cases.
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The Yz Factor
In recent years a trend has developed where the Yz factor is

applied as an indicator of the LOW END rheology of a drilling
fluid. (Low Shear Rate Yield Point)
It is calculated with the following formula:
Yz Factor = (2 * FANN 3) - FANN 6
The LOW END rheology has an important influence on hole

cleaning. Especially in high angled holes
– Yz Factor > 7
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Defining the FLOW REGIME!
What is a “Flow Regime”?

– Essentially the nature of the fluid flow.
A Flow Regime can be classed in several ways:
– Plug Flow
– Laminar Flow
– Transitional Flow
– Turbulent Flow
What do these terms mean?
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What is PLUG FLOW?
The condition where the fluid moves like a solid.
Generally attributed to very low flow rates, with high

viscosities and/or high solids concentrations.
Wellbore Wall Drill-pipe Wall
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What is LAMINAR FLOW?

Laminar Flow is associated with low flow rates and an
orderly pattern of flow.
The flow rate/flow pressure relationship is governed by the

viscous properties of the fluid.
Wellbore Wall Drillpipe Wall
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What is TURBULENT FLOW?
Characterised by chaotic, random flow patterns.
Associated with high fluid velocities.
The change from Transitional to Turbulent is governed by

a dimensionless number, called the Reynold’s Number.
Wellbore Wall Drillpipe Wall
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What is TRANSITIONAL FLOW?
Transitional Flow is a theoretical state where

the Flow Regime is in Transition from
Laminar Flow to Turbulent Flow.
This transition occurs at some Critical

Velocity.
If the velocity is reduced slightly, the fluid

returns to Laminar flow.
Conversely, if the velocity is increased,

turbulence is achieved.
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Example Flow Profiles
Velocity Profile in the annulus

Fluid velocity diminishes to almost
drill pipe borehole wall zero at the face of the borehole and
the drill pipe due to frictional drag .
n = 0.7
n = 0.5 Vertical well bore

n = 0.3
Horizontal well bore
Maximum velocity
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What is the CRITICAL VELOCITY?
The Critical Velocity is that velocity when the movement of

a fluid changes from:
– Laminar to Transitional to Turbulent
It is largely governed by the ratio of the fluid’s internal
forces to it’s viscous forces.
This ratio is known commonly as the Reynold’s Number.
We must know the Reynold’s Number to determine the

Critical Velocity.
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What is the REYNOLDS NUMBER?
It is the ratio of the fluid’s internal forces to it’s viscous forces.
The Reynold’s Number is based on the following formula:
Nre = ( Dfc * Va * Dm ) / Fv
Where: Dfc = Dimensions of the flow channel
Va = Average flow velocity
Dm = Density of the fluid
Fv = Fluid viscosity
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CIRCULATING PRESSURE LOSSES!
Surface Equipment:
– From Mud Pump to Top of Drillpipe
– Varies from Rig to Rig - typically 100 psi
Drillstring:
Bottom Hole Assembly (BHA):
– MWD tools
– Downhole Motors
Drill Bit:
– Nozzle number and size
Annulus:
– Open hole
– Casing
– Tool Joints
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CIRCULATING SYSTEM - Shear Rate Ranges!
Settling Barite Particle Drill Pipe Drill Collars
Annulus Bit
H.C.*
0.01 0.1 1 10 100 1,000 10,000 100,000 1,000,000
SHEAR RATE (1/sec)

*H.C = Hydroclones
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Primary Design Criteria
Pore Pressure < Hydrostatic Pressure/ECD < Fracture Pressure
Fracture Pressure Gradient

Depth
Pore Pressure Gradient

Mud Weight
Pressure or Equivalent Mud Weight
 Poor Design will likely lead to;

 Wellbore Control
 Lost Circulation
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Hydraulics Design Criteria
Casing / Completion Operations

Pump Capacity Tripping Speed
Pore Pressure Optimum

Design Maximum ROP
Fracture Pressure
Hole Geometry / Cleaning Bit Hydraulics
BHA Design
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Key Variables in Hydraulics
Pump Rate
– High
Good Hole Cleaning
– Too High
Excessive Pump Pressure, High ECD, Annular Turbulence
Density
– High
Wellbore Stability and Control
– Too high
Low ROP, Lost Circulation, Differential Sticking
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Key Variables in Hydraulics
Rheology
– High
Good hole Cleaning, No Barite Sag
– Too High
Low ROP, High ECD, High Pump Pressure, Inefficient Solids
Removal
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Design
Mud Selection
– Environment
– Lithology
– Cost
Modify Rheology and Hydraulics to meet Drilling Requirements
– Geometry
Modify Drilling Parameters to meet needs of Hydraulics
Tools
– Accurate Dynamic Hydraulics Software

– Hole Cleaning Software
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The Steps!
Draw the wellbore geometry.
Calculate the total annular pressure drop.
Calculate the ECD.
Calculate the Critical Flow Velocity and Flow Rate around

the drill collars.
Calculate surge and swab pressures.
Calculate cuttings transport efficiency.
Calculate the pressure drop in the drill string.
Optimise bit hydraulics.
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HyPR-CALC - SOFTWARE
INPUT
Project Info
Formation/Survey Details
Tubular Data - roughness
Fluid Parameters
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HyPR-CALC - SOFTWARE
OUTPUT INFORMATION
Circulation Hydraulics
Hydrostatic Pressure
Frictional pressure losses
Fluid Displacement
Surge/Swab
Under Reaming
Q Design – Version 3
Sensitivity Analysis
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Training Division - DFSG

WHAT DO WE MEAN BY “HYDRAULICS”?

Mechanical and Flow properties of Fluids as

Otherwise referred to as “Fluid Mechanics”

An operation where the drilling fluid is used to

Part of this energy is used to clean the face of the

The pressures exerted in circulating a well can be

We need to know the TYPE of fluid!

Hydrostatic Pressure Optimisation

Surge and Swab Control whilst Tripping

Limitation of Pump Capacity

Optimisation of Drilling Operation

Fluid Rheology affects carrying capacity, slip

Fluid Rheology also affects the suspending

Rheology is the science of the deformation and flow of

When applied to Drilling Fluids, rheology deals with the

Each of these three items is inter-related to the other.

Viscosity relates to the resistance to deformation exhibited by

In our world, we can think of it as a relationship that exists

We must not think in terms of “thick” and “thin”.

Viscosity is calculated with the following formula:

Viscosity = Shear Stress / Shear Rate

The Marsh funnel is NOT a measure of viscosity.

Definition: Force applied across a unit area to

For Water Viscosity is 1 Centipoise

For H2O-Constant irrespective of force applied.

Circulating Pressures - E.C.D.

Pipe Movement Pressures - Swab & Surge

Erosion - Flow Regimes

Basic formula is:

Where: F = Force applied (dynes)

Shear rate is defined as the relative velocity of the

Shear rate is expressed in reciprocal seconds (sec-1).

Basic formula is:

Where: V = Velocity (cm/sec)

► Shear Stress, lbs/100 ft² = Dial Reading X

► The Shear Rate equivalent to the rpm’s of a

The TYPES of Fluids

 Fluids can be classified based on rheological behaviour.

 We are primarily concerned with just two TYPES of

Therefore, if a force is applied to a fluid layer, it should move. Every

All fluids exhibit some internal resistance to flow. This is known as

Examples are water, glycerine, oil, etc.

Newtonian Model - Graphically Illustrated

Shear Stress, lb/100 ft²

A Non-Newtonian fluid is basically any fluid that does not behave

They contain solid particles of various sizes that form a structure

When sufficient force is applied the structure “yields” and begins

As per BINGHAM model, c > 0 but m is constant over a range of

For a NON-NEWTONIAN fluid, the ratio of Shear Stress to Shear

MOST drilling fluids are NON-NEWTONIAN fluids.

Any measurement of viscosity on a NON-NEWTONIAN fluid must

We calculate EFFECTIVE VISCOSITY, (me), as opposed to

Effective viscosity is measured at shear rates that correspond to

A RHEOLOGICAL MODEL is a description of the relationship between:

Commonly used in the drilling fluids industry:

The simplest model, and one of the most commonly used, is

Assumes the shear stress is a linear function of shear rate,

Best characterises fluids at higher shear rates.

PV and YP are calculated from a conventional concentric

Bingham Model - Graphically Illustrated y=mx+c

It more closely approximates the low shear rate behaviour

The POWER LAW model is: