The Mechanism of Tornado Formation,
Abstract
The mechanism (phases) of a developing tornado was investigated in this study on a laboratory model. Three existing theories for the mechanism of tornado formation were studied and discussed in length. From the information gained in this study an experimental facility was designed and constructed to approximate the fluid flow environment of the tornado. Vortices formed in this facility are considered similar to actual weak strength tornados. The mechanism for the formation of these vortices was deduced, using flow visualization techniques.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 21, 1973
- Accession Number
- AD0769512
Entities
People
- K. T. Repsholdt
Organizations
- United States Naval Academy