Homework Help Overview
The discussion revolves around converting a velocity potential from polar coordinates to Cartesian coordinates, specifically in the context of fluid dynamics and irrotational flow. The original poster presents a stream function and seeks guidance on the conversion process.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory, Assumption checking
Approaches and Questions Raised
- The original poster attempts to find the velocity potential in polar coordinates but is uncertain about the conversion to Cartesian coordinates. Some participants suggest that standard formulas exist for this transformation, while others express difficulty in locating these formulas in their reference materials.
Discussion Status
The discussion is ongoing, with participants exploring different resources and references. Some guidance has been offered in the form of a link to a list of coordinate transformations, but no consensus on the conversion method has been reached.
Contextual Notes
The original poster mentions a specific textbook that did not provide the needed information, indicating a potential gap in resources or understanding of the topic. Additionally, there is a request for further examples that may not directly relate to the original question.