A theoretical investigation into the effect of nonlinear wave interactions in promoting transition-to-turbulence [ 2002-01-01 - 2005-12-31 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr James Denier (Chief Investigator)

Brief description A theoretical investigation into the effect of nonlinear wave interactions in promoting transition-to-turbulence. The problem of transition-to-turbulence remains one of the fundamental unanswered questions in fluid dynamics. An understanding of the processes leading to transition is necessary if the active control of turbulence is to be achieved. This project will focus attention on a new class of waves, which have only recently been described the CI, in order to determine how they are triggered and how they may serve to actively promote the early development of turbulence in a broad class of fluid flows.

Funding Amount $144,000

Funding Scheme Discovery Projects

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