Stratified Flows

Stratified Flows
Author: Chia-Shun Yih
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 439
Release: 2012-12-02
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0323150403

Stratified Flows is the second edition of the book Dynamics of Nonhomogenous Fluids. This book discusses the flow of a fluid of variable density or entropy in a gravitational field. In this edition, corrections have been made; unnecessary parts have been omitted; and new sections as well as notes on results related to the subject have been added. This book includes a general discussion of the effects of density or entropy and the structure of stratified flows; waves of small amplitude; the Eigenvalue problem; dependence of phase velocity on wavelength; wave motion; steady flows of finite amplitude; and types of solutions for steady flows. This edition also covers other topics such as hydrodynamic stability; flows in porous media; and the analogy between gravitational and electromagnetic forces. This text is recommended for those in the field of physics who would like to be familiarized with stratified flows and its related concepts.

Environmental Stratified Flows

Environmental Stratified Flows
Author: Roger Grimshaw
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 286
Release: 2006-04-11
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0306480247

The dynamics of flows in density-stratified fluids has been and remains now an important topic for scientific enquiry. Such flows arise in many contexts, ranging from industrial settings to the oceanic and atmospheric environments. It is the latter topic which is the focus of this book. Both the ocean and atmosphere are characterised by the basic vertical density stratification, and this feature can affect the dynamics on all scales ranging from the micro-scale to the planetary scale. The aim of this book is to provide a “state-of-the-art” account of stratified flows as they are relevant to the ocean and atmosphere with a primary focus on meso-scale phenomena; that is, on phenomena whose time and space scales are such that the density stratification is a dominant effect, so that frictional and diffusive effects on the one hand and the effects of the earth’s rotation on the other hand can be regarded as of less importance. This in turn leads to an emphasis on internal waves.

Topographic Effects in Stratified Flows

Topographic Effects in Stratified Flows
Author: Peter G. Baines
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 508
Release: 1998
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 9780521629232

With an emphasis on both theory and experiment, this text describes the behaviour of homogeneous and density-stratified fluids over and around topography. In examining the similarities between the flow of a river over a barrier or weir and the flow of the atmosphere over a mountain range, this book presents a comprehensive synthesis of this topic in terms suitable for scientists, engineers, teachers and students of fluid dynamics. With this book, Professor Baines makes a notable contribution to the fields of fluid mechanics and geophysical fluid dynamics. The text will be a great asset to graduate and advanced undergraduate students, as well as to research professionals.

Environmental Stratified Flows

Environmental Stratified Flows
Author: Vincenzo Armenio
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 238
Release: 2007-03-07
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3211380787

This book covers the theory of stratified flows, from basic concepts to recent developments in environmental fluid mechanics. State-of-the-art numerical techniques suited for stratified flows are given, along with results of recent research in the areas of environmental stratified flows. The book offers a unified view of stratified turbulent flows, from small-scale mixing to large-scale environmental phenomena, including detailed discussion on interaction between turbulence and internal gravity waves.

Topographic Effects in Stratified Flows

Topographic Effects in Stratified Flows
Author: Peter G. Baines
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 559
Release: 2022-01-27
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1108481523

Explore the nature of density-stratified flow over and around topography, including applications to the flow of the atmosphere and ocean.

Environmental Hydraulics: Stratified Flows

Environmental Hydraulics: Stratified Flows
Author: Flemming B. Pedersen
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 280
Release: 2012-12-06
Genre: Science
ISBN: 364286600X

The present lecture notes cover a first course in th~ most common types of stratified flows encountered in Environ mental Hydraulics. Most of the flows are buoyancy flows, i.e. currents in which gravity acts on small density differences. Part I presents the basic concepts of stagnant, densit- stratified water, and of flowing non-miscible stratified fluids. The similarity to the (presumed) well-known open channel flow, subject to a reduced gravity, is illustrated. Part II treats the miscible density stratified flows. In outlining the governing equations, the strong coupling between the turbulence (the mixing) and the mean flow is emphasized. The presentation and discussions of the basic governing equa tions are followed by illustrative examples. Separate chapters are devoted to Dense Bottom Currents, Free Penetrative Convec tion, Wind-driven Stratified Flow, Horizontal Buoyancy Flow and Vertical jet/plumes. Part III presents some examples of practical problems solved on the basis of knowledge given in the present lecture notes. It is the author's experience that the topics treated in chapter 8 and in the subsequent chapters are especially well suited for self-tuition, followed by a study-circle. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT The author has benefited by the valuable help of his col legues at the Institute of Hydrodynamics and Hydraulic Engin eering, the Technical University of Denmark, especially our librarian Mrs. Kirsten Dj¢rup, our secretary Mrs. Marianne Lewis and our technical draftsman Mrs. Liselotte Norup.

Mixing and Dispersion in Stably Stratified Flows

Mixing and Dispersion in Stably Stratified Flows
Author: P. A. Davies
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 668
Release: 1999
Genre: Diffusion in hydrology
ISBN: 9780198500155

Stratified flows are important in determining how various atmospheric and environmental processes occur. The book investigates these processes and focuses on the methods by which pollutants are mixed and dispersed in natural and industrial environments.

Stratified Flow in Reservoirs and Its Use in Prevention of Silting

Stratified Flow in Reservoirs and Its Use in Prevention of Silting
Author: Hugh Stevens Bell
Publisher:
Total Pages: 52
Release: 1942
Genre: Reservoir sedimentation
ISBN:

This publication presents new conceptions and new methods for protecting the larger of the reservoirs that may be built this year and next as part of the war program. It puts in the hands of engineers, agronomists, and others an increased knowledge of a subject of importance in the field of land use and good water use.

Physical Fluid Dynamics

Physical Fluid Dynamics
Author: D. J. Tritton
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 378
Release: 2012-12-06
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9400999925

To classify a book as 'experimental' rather than 'theoretical' or as 'pure' rather than 'applied' is liable to imply umeal distinctions. Nevertheless, some Classification is necessary to teIl the potential reader whether the book is for him. In this spirit, this book may be said to treat fluid dynamies as a branch of physics, rather than as a branch of applied mathematics or of engineering. I have often heard expressions of the need for such a book, and certainly I have feIt it in my own teaching. I have written it primariIy for students of physics and of physics-based applied science, aIthough I hope others may find it useful. The book differs from existing 'fundamental' books in placing much greater emphasis on what we know through laboratory experiments and their physical interpretation and less on the mathe matieal formalism. It differs from existing 'applied' books in that the choice of topics has been made for the insight they give into the behaviour of fluids in motion rather than for their practical importance. There are differences also from many existing books on fluid dynamics in the branches treated, reflecting to some extent shifts of interest in reeent years. In particular, geophysical and astrophysical applications have prompted important fundamental developments in topics such as conveetion, stratified flow, and the dynamics of rotating fluids. These developments have hitherto been reflected in the contents of textbooks only to a limited extent.

Introduction to Geophysical Fluid Dynamics

Introduction to Geophysical Fluid Dynamics
Author: Benoit Cushman-Roisin
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 850
Release: 2011-08-26
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0080916783

Introduction to Geophysical Fluid Dynamics provides an introductory-level exploration of geophysical fluid dynamics (GFD), the principles governing air and water flows on large terrestrial scales. Physical principles are illustrated with the aid of the simplest existing models, and the computer methods are shown in juxtaposition with the equations to which they apply. It explores contemporary topics of climate dynamics and equatorial dynamics, including the Greenhouse Effect, global warming, and the El Nino Southern Oscillation. - Combines both physical and numerical aspects of geophysical fluid dynamics into a single affordable volume - Explores contemporary topics such as the Greenhouse Effect, global warming and the El Nino Southern Oscillation - Biographical and historical notes at the ends of chapters trace the intellectual development of the field - Recipient of the 2010 Wernaers Prize, awarded each year by the National Fund for Scientific Research of Belgium (FNR-FNRS)