Is There Detailed Information on the Physics of Objects in Viscous Fluids?

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The discussion centers on the physics of objects moving through viscous fluids, highlighting the lack of detailed sources beyond terminal velocity articles. Key concepts mentioned include Stokes flow, Taylor dispersion, boundary layer separation, and vortex shedding. Recommended literature includes Lamb's "Hydrodynamics" (Dover edition) for in-depth understanding. The conversation indicates a wealth of information exists in aerodynamics and hydrodynamics, yet specific physics details remain elusive.

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Hey all,

I am looking into the physics of an object moving through a viscous fuild. I have had a look searching google, but it only comes up with articles relating the terminal velocity of an object. Are there any detailed sources that anyone knows about?

If so please post a link..


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That's quite a broad topic- I am surprised you could not find anything of consequence. There's a lot on aerodynamics and hydrodynamics out there. Stokes flow, wind tunnels, Lamb's "Hydrodynamics" (Dover edition), Taylor dispersion, boundary layer separation, vortex shedding, ... the list is quite long.
 
I got 415 hits on google for "swimming in custard", :smile:

but none of them actually seems to go into the physics :redface:​
 

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