What are the Napier-Stokes Equations and how are they related to heart pulse?

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The discussion centers on the Navier-Stokes equations, which are fundamental to fluid mechanics and describe the motion of fluid substances. These non-linear equations form a dynamical theory essential for understanding various fluid behaviors, including those relevant to biological systems like heart pulse dynamics. The mention of "Napier-Stokes" appears to be a misunderstanding, as the correct term is "Navier-Stokes." A resource from Berkeley is provided for further exploration of these equations.

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Anyone know them? I heard is related to heart pulse or something.
 
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Perhaps you mean Navier-Stokes? They are non-linear, and generally unpleasant. The set of equations form a dynamical theory, and are the core of fluid mechanics.

Check out http://astron.berkeley.edu/~jrg/ay202/node50.html . It saves me repeating a perfectly good source.
 
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Hmm, it seems they also have the name "Napier-Stokes" as you suggested. Never came across that before.
 

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