A Synthesized Model of the Near-Wall Behavior in Turbulent Boundary Layers.
Abstract
A model of the near-wall behavior of turbulent boundary layers is presented. Based on an extensive series of primarily visualization experiments, which are described in overview, the model proposes a sequence of events which give rise to the bursting behavior responsible for turbulence production in the near-wall region. The model illustrates how hairpin vortex flow structures, generated during low-speed streak break down and ejection, are also reponsible for the streak regeneration process, thus defining a clear cycle of turbulence generation for the near-wall region. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1984
- Accession Number
- ADA137029
Entities
People
- C. R. Smith
Organizations
- Lehigh University