The Eddy Viscosity Model is a mathematical approach used in computational fluid dynamics to account for turbulence effects by modeling the turbulent momentum transfer. It assumes that the turbulent flow can be represented as an increased viscosity, enhancing momentum diffusion and thus simplifying the complex nature of turbulence.

Eddy Viscosity Model

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) is a branch of fluid mechanics that uses numerical analysis and data structures to solve and analyze problems involving fluid flows. It leverages computational power to simulate the interaction of liquids and gases with surfaces, providing insights into complex flow phenomena that are often impossible to study experimentally.

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Turbulent momentum transfer

Turbulent flow is a type of fluid motion characterized by chaotic changes in pressure and flow velocity, often occurring at high velocities or with large obstacles. It contrasts with laminar flow, where fluid moves in parallel layers, and is crucial in fields such as aerodynamics and hydrodynamics for predicting fluid behavior and designing efficient systems.

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