non-Newtonian fluid

{
  "id": "MLC-T-OAG-002559",
  "term": "non-Newtonian fluid",
  "field": "Oil and gas",
  "definition": "A fluid whose viscosity changes with the applied shear rate, meaning its flow behavior is not directly proportional to shear stress. Most drilling fluids are non-Newtonian, exhibiting shear-thinning or shear-thickening properties. Their rheological models, such as Bingham Plastic or Power Law, describe their complex flow characteristics.",
  "subject": "Drilling Fluids",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oil-and-gas/non-newtonian-fluid/"
}