
Potential Flow Theory: Circulation and the Kutta-Jukowski Theorem
Sep 21, 2020 · The discussion centers on conventions in potential flow theory, particularly regarding the circulation parameter ## \Gamma ## and its interpretation in the Kutta-Jukowski …
Potential flow, inviscid flow, incompressible flow - Physics Forums
Nov 24, 2015 · Thus, the viscous term is equal to zero, and therefore irrotational&incompressible flow implies inviscid flow. 2) When comparing potential and viscous flow for, say, across a …
Irrotational/Rotational Flows and Velocity Potentials
Jan 5, 2017 · Hi, I am a bit confused about rotational and irrotational flows, in this way: When I do exam questions/problems, there is often a bit at the start of a question on flows about why you …
Do Streamlines Change Shape Depending on Frame of Reference …
May 16, 2017 · It is noted that in viscous flow, fluid particles dragged by the sphere will not return to their original positions but will end up slightly upstream. The conversation also touches on …
Potential Flow Field around an Ellipse - Physics Forums
Dec 12, 2010 · Potential Flow Field around an Ellipse** Ey guys Just wondering if anyone knows of any theory's that can be used to create a potential field around an ellipse in non uniform …
Applicability of potential flow theory (fluid dynamics)
Oct 24, 2016 · Potential flow theory simplifies fluid dynamics by assuming inviscid, incompressible, and irrotational flow, allowing for analytical solutions to the Navier-Stokes …
No drag thin airfoil theory / Pressure drag - Physics Forums
Jan 21, 2018 · The discussion also highlights that drag in real-world applications is influenced by both viscosity and finite wing effects, which are neglected in thin airfoil theory. Ultimately, the …
Voltage in Circuits: Explaining Voltage Drops & Flow
Oct 5, 2015 · I understand voltage to be electric potential energy per unit charge (kq/r). In the case of a circuit, electrons flow from low potential to high potential. But I don't understand how …
How Does Circulation Affect Lift in Potential Flow? - Physics Forums
Aug 12, 2007 · Hi all. I am revisiting things about potential flows. So, I believe the assumptions of potential flows shall be the irrotationality and the ignorance of viscosity. And I am studying the …
Can an inviscid flow rotational? Potential Flow? - Physics Forums
Aug 17, 2007 · Potential flow is defined as irrotational and must be inviscid, suggesting that viscous flows inherently possess rotational properties. The discussion highlights the …