An Analysis to Facilitate the Interpretation of Boundary Layer Measurements

Abstract

A computer aided boundary layer analysis, which draws on available theoretical and empirical data, is presented. The analysis allows boundary layer data to be extracted from measurements influenced by a normal pressure gradient, comparison of boundary layer measurements against standard laminar and turbulent profiles, and evaluation of important boundary layer parameters. This technique is illustrated by example.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 25, 1985
Accession Number
ADA247708

Entities

People

  • S. Deutsch
  • W. C. Zierke

Organizations

  • Pennsylvania State University

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Ground and Sea Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Boundary Layer
  • Coefficients
  • Equations
  • Friction
  • Laminar Boundary Layer
  • Layers
  • Measurement
  • Momentum
  • Physics Laboratories
  • Pressure Distribution
  • Pressure Gradients
  • Reynolds Number
  • Skin Friction
  • Standards
  • Static Pressure
  • Thickness
  • Turbulent Boundary Layer

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Fluid Dynamics.
  • Systems Analysis and Design