Equilibrium Shape and Position of a Neutral Heave Fireball.

Abstract

The difference between heave and fireball motions is determined on the basis of whether or not heated fluid elements retain their relative vertical position as they rise. In the heave regime, fluid elements do not circulate in the conventional sense; these circumstances allow a great simplification, enabling us to determine the equilibrium position of fluid elements solely in terms of the initial energy distribution in an otherwise isothermal atmosphere. Results indicate that, at late time, lateral spreading dominates the vertical rise.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 24, 1975
Accession Number
ADA006430

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  • Girard A. Simons

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  • Atmospheres

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  • Atmospheric Science / Meteorology, specifically Wind Wave Turbulence.
  • Robotics and Automation.
  • Theoretical Analysis.