Three-dimensional Separated Flow Topology (ePub)

This book develops concepts and a methodology for a rational
description of the organization of three-dimensional flows
considering, in particular, the case where the flow is the place of
separations. The descriptive analysis based on the critical point
theory of Poincaré develops conventional but rather unfamiliar
considerations from aerodynamicists, who face the understanding of
complex flows including multiple separation lines and vortices.
These problems concern industrial sectors where aerodynamics plays
a key role, such as aerospace, ground vehicles, buildings, etc.

Contents

1. Skin Friction Lines Pattern and Critical Points.

2. Separation Streamsurfaces and Vortex Structures.

3. Separated Flow on a Body.

4. Vortex Wake of Wings and Slender Bodies.

5. Separation Induced by an Obstacle or a Blunt Body.

6. Reconsideration of the Two-Dimensional Separation.

7. Concluding Remarks.

About the Authors

Jean Délery is a Supaero (French National Higher School of
Aeronautics and Space) engineer who has worked at Onera (French
national aerospace research center) since 1964. He has participated
in several major French and European aerospace programs, is the
author of many scientific publications, and has occupied various
teaching positions particularly at Supaero, the University of
Versailles-Saint-Quentin, Ecole polytechnique in France and
"La Sapienza" University in Rome, Italy. He is
currently emeritus adviser at Onera.