MHB How to Sketch and Interpret Streamlines in a Streamfunction?

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The streamfunction \(\psi(r,\,\theta) = U\left(r-\frac{a^2}{r}\right)\sin{\theta}\) can be analyzed by converting it into Cartesian coordinates using x and y. The streamlines can be effectively visualized using the streamplot feature in Mathematica, with downloadable notebooks available in the Engineering Analysis notes. The two terms in the streamfunction represent different physical phenomena, with one term indicating a dipole effect. Understanding these terms is crucial for interpreting the flow behavior in the given system. The discussion emphasizes the importance of both graphical representation and physical interpretation in fluid dynamics analysis.
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Hello guys!

I have the streamfunction \(\psi(r,\,\theta) = U\left(r-\frac{a^2}{r}\right)\sin{\theta}\), \(a\) is a positive constant and I have to sketch the streamlines and also interpret the two terms in the streamfunction!

Any clue on how to do that?

Thank you very much

Kindest regards
 
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Tranquillity said:
Hello guys!

I have the streamfunction \(\psi(r,\,\theta) = U\left(r-\frac{a^2}{r}\right)\sin{\theta}\), \(a\) is a positive constant and I have to sketch the streamlines and also interpret the two terms in the streamfunction!

Any clue on how to do that?

Thank you very much

Kindest regards

Re-write in terms on x and y and use the streamplot feature in Mathematica. Refer to the math notes section Engineering Analysis notes for downloadable Mathematica notebooks that make these plots.
 
Thank you!
 
I have managed to plot the streamlines, any clue on the physical interpretation of the two terms?
 
Tranquillity said:
I have managed to plot the streamlines, any clue on the physical interpretation of the two terms?

Did you read the notes on those sections? One is a dipole
 
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