Abstract
We consider the two-dimensional topology of streamlines near a surface where the Navier slip boundary condition applies. Using transformations to bring the streamfunction in a simple normal form, we obtain bifurcation diagrams of streamline patterns under variation of one or two external parameters. Topologically, these are identical with the ones previously found for no-slip surfaces. We use the theory to analyze the Stokes flow inside a circle, and show how it can be used to predict new bifurcation phenomena. ©2006 American Institute of Physics
Original language | English |
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Journal | Physics of Fluids |
Volume | 18 |
Issue number | 8 |
Pages (from-to) | 083102 |
ISSN | 1070-6631 |
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Publication status | Published - 2006 |