FYSS6452 Fluid Mechanics 2, part B (4 cr)

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Study level:
Advanced studies
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English, Finnish
Responsible organisation:
Department of Physics
Curriculum periods:
2020-2021, 2021-2022, 2022-2023

Description

BOUNDARY LAYER FLOW
  • Characterization of flows. Reynolds number
  • Macroscopic approach (Momentum integral). Karman theory
  • Microscopic approach. Boundary layer equations.
  • Flat plate boundary layer
  • Boundary layers with pressure gradient. Flow separation
  • Drag and lift.
COMPRESSIBLE FLOW
  • Specific features of compressible flow
  • Velocity of sound
  • Adiabatic and isentropic flow
  • Normal shock waves
  • Flow in converging and diverging nozzles
  • Supersonic flow (may be omitted) 

Learning outcomes

At the end of this course, students will be able to

  • understand the essential phenomena of boundary layer flows.

  • characterise various kinds of boundary layer flow.

  • understand the basic theories of boundary layer flow

  • estimate drag caused by boundary layer flow

  • characterise flows in compressible and incompressible flows

  • understand the specific features and phenomena of compressible flows.

  • use the basic theory of adiabatic and isentropic compressible flows.

  • use the basic theory of normal shocks.

  • qualitatively understand the typical phenomena and specific features of supersonic flows.

  • design a supersonic Laval nozzle 

Description of prerequisites

  • Mathematical methods (Calculus and linear algebra, differential equations), Mechanics, Fluid Mechanics 1A and B. Fluid Mechanics 2A recommended.

  • Mathematical concepts needed (conceptual understanding and practical skills):
    - Scalar, vector and tensor.
    - Derivative and integral incl. surface and volume integrals.
    - Gradient, divergence and curl.
    - Differential and partial differential equations (conceptual understanding, elementary solution skills)  

Study materials

  • Electronic lecture material (in Finnish) and exercise problem sets are made available in Moodle.

  • The course material in English can be found in the course book listed below. 

Literature

  • Frank M. White, Fluid Mechanics, ISBN: 978-007-131121-2

Completion methods

Method 1

Description:
Given every two years starting spring 2022. Independent completion during other times can be agreed separately.
Evaluation criteria:
Passing the course requires at least half of maximum points (72 p.) and accepted laboratory work reports (minimum 6 p.). Course elements exam (48 p.), exercises (12 p.) and laboratory work (12 p.).
Time of teaching:
Period 4
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Teaching (4 cr)

Type:
Participation in teaching
Grading scale:
0-5
Evaluation criteria:
Passing the course requires at least half of maximum points (72 p.) and accepted laboratory work reports (minimum 6 p.). Course elements exam (48 p.), exercises (12 p.) and laboratory work (12 p.).
Language:
English, Finnish
Study methods:
  • Exercises, examination and laboratory work. 

  • The course is based on weekly study material packages discussed in lectures and exercise classes.

  • The laboratory work will be completed during the course and may be done and reported by a team of two students. The report must be submitted for review one month after the course, at the latest. 

Teaching