👉 A driven fluid, often found in specialized industrial or scientific applications, is a non-Newtonian fluid whose viscosity changes in response to applied stress or shear rate. Unlike traditional fluids like water, which have a constant viscosity, driven fluids exhibit varying resistance to flow depending on how much force is applied. This behavior can be attributed to the internal structure of the fluid, such as the alignment or breakdown of particles or polymers under stress. For instance, shear-thinning fluids become less viscous when agitated or stretched, while shear-thickening fluids increase in viscosity under the same conditions. This unique characteristic makes driven fluids highly useful in applications like coatings, paints, and even in certain types of lubricants.
