A Question about Kelvin’s circulation theorem

  • Thread starter Thread starter Seyn
  • Start date Start date
  • Tags Tags
    Fluid dynamic
Click For Summary
Kelvin's circulation theorem states that in inviscid flow with constant density and conservative body forces, the circulation around a contour is conserved for fluid particles. This raises the question of whether vorticity is also preserved for each fluid particle under these conditions. Analyzing the vorticity equation, it can be shown that under the same assumptions as Kelvin's theorem, the equation reduces to \frac{D\omega}{Dt} = 0, indicating that vorticity is indeed conserved. Therefore, Kelvin's theorem not only preserves circulation but also ensures the preservation of vorticity for fluid particles. This relationship highlights the fundamental principles of fluid dynamics in inviscid flows.
Seyn
Messages
6
Reaction score
1
In Currie’s fluid mechanics textbook, there is a statement “the vorticity of each fluid particle will be preserved.” as the result of Kelvin’s circulation theorem.
Kelvin’s circulation theorem claims that
For inviscid flow, constant density or barotropic fluid, conservative body force,
the circulation around an arbitrary contour is conserved following same fluid particle.
Does Kelvin’s theorem also guarantee the vorticity on each fluid particles? Why?
 
Physics news on Phys.org
Take a look at the vorticity equation under the same conditions as Kelvin's circulation theorem. Does it reduce to \frac{D\omega}{Dt} = 0?
 
Thread 'Why higher speeds need more power if backward force is the same?'
Power = Force v Speed Power of my horse = 104kgx9.81m/s^2 x 0.732m/s = 1HP =746W Force/tension in rope stay the same if horse run at 0.73m/s or at 15m/s, so why then horse need to be more powerfull to pull at higher speed even if backward force at him(rope tension) stay the same? I understand that if I increase weight, it is hrader for horse to pull at higher speed because now is backward force increased, but don't understand why is harder to pull at higher speed if weight(backward force)...

Similar threads

  • · Replies 18 ·
Replies
18
Views
2K
  • · Replies 35 ·
2
Replies
35
Views
4K
  • · Replies 48 ·
2
Replies
48
Views
5K
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
2K
  • · Replies 8 ·
Replies
8
Views
3K
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
1K
  • · Replies 2 ·
Replies
2
Views
3K
Replies
0
Views
2K
Replies
6
Views
8K
Replies
4
Views
2K