Clogging is frequently encountered in industrial processes, subsurface systems, and water treatment facilities 1,2 . The presence of suspended particles in these confined flow systems often results in the formation of clogs, which grow as more suspension flows through the channel . Clog formation causes a decrease in suspension flowrate at constant driving pressures . It can also increase the driving pressure required to maintain a constant flowrate . Particulate or colloidal clogging in flow systems can result in catastrophic failure. In severe cases, it can cause complete flow stoppage and plant shutdown. It is a major driver for cost and energy use in many process industries.