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A perspective on coherent structures and conceptual models for turbulent boundary layer physicsDirect numerical simulations of turbulent boundary layers have been analyzed to develop a unified conceptual model for the kinematics of coherent motions in low Reynolds number canonical turbulent boundary layers. All classes of coherent motions are considered in the model, including low-speed streaks, ejections and sweeps, vortical structures, near-wall and outer-region shear layers, sublayer pockets, and large-scale outer-region eddies. The model reflects the conclusions from the study of the simulated boundary layer that vortical structures are directly associated with the production of turbulent shear stresses, entrainment, dissipation of turbulence kinetic energy, and the fluctuating pressure field. These results, when viewed from the perspective of the large body of published work on the subject of coherent motions, confirm that vortical structures may be considered the central dynamic element in the maintenance of turbulence in the canonical boundary layer. Vortical structures serve as a framework on which to construct a unified picture of boundary layer structure, providing a means to relate the many known structural elements in a consistent way.
Document ID
19900051711
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Robinson, Stephen K.
(NASA Langley Research Center Hampton, VA, United States)
Date Acquired
August 14, 2013
Publication Date
June 1, 1990
Subject Category
Fluid Mechanics And Heat Transfer
Report/Patent Number
AIAA PAPER 90-1638
Accession Number
90A38766
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
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