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Low Reynolds Number Hydrodynamics
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Summary
Low Reynolds Number Hydrodynamics
describes
Fluid flow situations
where
Viscous Forces
dominate over
Inertial Forces
, typically occurring at
Small scales
or
Low velocities
, such as the
Movement of microorganisms
or the
Flow in microfluidic devices
. In these contexts, the
Navier-Stokes Equations
simplify significantly, allowing for precise
Predictions of fluid behavior
that differ starkly from those at
High Reynolds numbers
.
Concepts
Reynolds Number
Navier-Stokes Equations
Stokes Flow
Viscous Forces
Inertial Forces
Microfluidics
Creeping Flow
Drag Coefficient
Scallop Theorem
Microorganism Locomotion
Relevant Degrees
Liquid Motion 71%
Gravity and Pendulums 29%
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