Vortex Strength in Flow and Lift Distribution Formulas

Vortex Strength quantifies the intensity or magnitude of a vortex in fluid dynamics. And is denoted by Γ. Vortex Strength is usually measured using the Square Meter per Second for Velocity Potential. Note that the value of Vortex Strength is always negative.

Formulas to find Vortex Strength in Flow and Lift Distribution

fxCirculation by Kutta-Joukowski TheoremGo

Flow and Lift Distribution formulas that make use of Vortex Strength

fxLift Per Unit Span by Kutta-Joukowski TheoremGo

fxFreestream Velocity by Kutta-Joukowski TheoremGo

fxFreestream Density by Kutta-Joukowski TheoremGo

fxStream Function for Lifting Flow over Circular CylinderGo

fxTangential Velocity for Lifting Flow over Circular CylinderGo

fxSurface Pressure Coefficient for Lifting Flow over Circular CylinderGo

fx2-D Lift Coefficient for CylinderGo

fxRadius of Cylinder for Lifting FlowGo

fxFreestream Velocity given 2-D Lift Coefficient for Lifting FlowGo

List of variables in Flow and Lift Distribution formulas

fx Lift per Unit Span Go

fx Freestream Density Go

fx Freestream Velocity Go

FAQ

What is the Vortex Strength?

Vortex Strength quantifies the intensity or magnitude of a vortex in fluid dynamics. Vortex Strength is usually measured using the Square Meter per Second for Velocity Potential. Note that the value of Vortex Strength is always negative.

Can the Vortex Strength be negative?

Yes, the Vortex Strength, measured in Velocity Potential can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Vortex Strength?

Vortex Strength is usually measured using the Square Meter per Second[m²/s] for Velocity Potential. are the few other units in which Vortex Strength can be measured.

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