Abstract
Structure loading by vortices is a relevant phenomenon in numerous fields of engineering significance. Computer modelling is a powerful tool that can be used to study the loading produced on structures by impacting vortices. Realistic simulation of vortex-loading of structures necessitates the use of a realistic vortex tangential velocity profile (TVP). The present study compiles measured TVPs from various types of experimentally-produced vortices as well as real-world tornado and hurricane vortices. The measured TVPs are compared with commonly-used, analytical TVPs. Analytical TVPs that realistically represent the range of measured TVPs are identified and selected for use in future computer simulation studies.
Recommended Citation
Strasser, M. N. and Selvam, R. P.
(2015)
"Selection of a Realistic Viscous Vortex Tangential Velocity Profile for Computer Simulation of Vortex-Structure Interaction,"
Journal of the Arkansas Academy of Science: Vol. 69, Article 18.
DOI: 10.54119/jaas.2015.6912
Available at:
https://scholarworks.uark.edu/jaas/vol69/iss1/18
