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NASA NTRS1991

A one-equation turbulence transport model for high Reynolds number wall-bounded flows

A one-equation turbulence model that avoids the need for an algebraic length scale is derived from a simplified form of the standard-k-epsilon model equations. After calibration based on well established properties of the flow over a flat plate, predictions of several other flows are compared with experiment. The preliminary results presented indicate that the model has predictive and numerical properties of sufficient interest to merit further investigation and refinement. The one-equation model is also analyzed numerically and robust solution methods are presented.

Baldwin, Barrett S.↗

NASA NTRS1990

A one-equation turbulence transport model for high Reynolds number wall-bounded flows

A one-equation turbulence model that avoids the need for an algebraic length scale is derived from a simplified form of the standard k-epsilon model equations. After calibration based on well established properties of the flow over a flat plate, predictions of several other flows are compared with experiment. The preliminary results presented indicate that the model has predictive and numerical properties of sufficient interest to merit further investigation and refinement. The one-equation model is also analyzed numerically and robust solution methods are presented.

Baldwin, Barrett S.↗

NASA NTRS1990

Simulation Of Turbulent, Oscillating Boundary Layer

Numerical results support predictions of simplified theories. Report discusses aspects of algebraic and numerical modeling of flow in infinite half space on one side of infinitely-large, flat plate, with sinusoidally oscillating free-stream velocity along one axis of plate. Flow has rich variety of behaviors, including strong gradients of pressure, points of inflection, and reversal.

Spalart, Philippe R.↗

NASA NTRS1987

Direct simulation of a turbulent oscillating boundary layer

The turbulent boundary layer driven by a freestream velocity that varies sinusoidally in time around a zero mean is considered. The flow has a rich behavior including strong pressure gradients, inflection points, and reversal. A theory for the velocity and stress profiles at high Reynolds number is formulated. Well-resolved direct Navier-Stokes simulations are conducted over a narrow range of Reynolds numbers, and the results are compared with the theoretical predictions. The flow is also computed over a wide range of Reynolds numbers using a new algebraic turbulence model; the results are compared with the direct simulations and the theory.

Spalart, Philippe R.↗

NASA NTRS1987

Direct simulation of a turbulent oscillating boundary layer

The turbulent boundary layer driven by a freestream velocity that varies sinusoidally in time around a zero mean is considered. The flow has a rich behavior including strong pressure gradients, inflection points, and reversal. A theory for the velocity and stress profiles at high Reynolds number is formulated. Well-resolved direct Navier-Stokes simulations are conducted over a narrow range of Reynolds numbers, and the results are compared with the theoretical predictions. The flow is also computed over a wide range of Reynolds numbers using a new algebraic turbulence model; the results are compared with the direct simulations and the theory.

Spalart, Philippe R.↗