Lagrangian description of fluid motion

In summary: This can be seen by comparing the calculations of velocity and acceleration, as they both have the same terms and coefficients. Therefore, velocity is equal to acceleration.In summary, we need to find velocity, acceleration, stream function, and vorticity, using the given functions. We can calculate the velocity and acceleration using the given equations, and the stream function and vorticity can be determined using the respective equations. By comparing the calculations for velocity and acceleration, we can prove that velocity is equal to acceleration.
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Homework Statement


Find velocity, acceleration, stream function and vorticity. Prove that velocity is equal to the acceleration. Functions given:
[tex]X_1(t,e_1,e_2)= (e^\lambda)^t[e_1cos\omega t+e_2sin(\omega t)][/tex]
[tex]X_2(t,e_1,e_2)= (e^-\lambda)^t[-e_1sin\omega t+e_2cos(\omega t)][/tex]

Homework Equations


[tex]v(t,e_1,e_2)=\frac{d}{dt} x(t,e_1,e_2)[/tex]
[tex]a(t,e_1,e_2)=\frac{d}{dt} v(t,e_1,e_2)[/tex]
[tex]\psi(t,e_1,e_2)=\lambda x_1 x_2[/tex]

The Attempt at a Solution


Calculations of velocity:
[tex]V_1(t,e_1,e_2)= e_1[(e^\lambda)^t\lambda cos\omega t-(e^\lambda)^t \omega sin\omega t]+e_2[(e^\lambda)^t\lambda sin\omega t+(e^\lambda)^t \omega cos\omega t][/tex]
[tex]V_2(t,e_1,e_2)= e_1[(e^-\lambda)^t\lambda sin\omega t-(e^-\lambda)^t \omega cos\omega t]+e_2[(-e^-\lambda)^t\lambda cos\omega t-(e^-\lambda)^t \omega sin\omega t][/tex]
 
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Calculations of acceleration:A_1(t,e_1,e_2)= e_1[(e^\lambda)^t\lambda^2 cos\omega t-2(e^\lambda)^t \lambda \omega sin\omega t-(e^\lambda)^t \omega^2 cos\omega t]+e_2[(e^\lambda)^t\lambda^2 sin\omega t+2(e^\lambda)^t \lambda \omega cos\omega t+(e^\lambda)^t \omega^2 sin\omega t]A_2(t,e_1,e_2)= e_1[(e^-\lambda)^t\lambda^2 sin\omega t-2(e^-\lambda)^t \lambda \omega cos\omega t-(e^-\lambda)^t \omega^2 sin\omega t]+e_2[(-e^-\lambda)^t\lambda^2 cos\omega t+2(e^-\lambda)^t \lambda \omega sin\omega t+(e^-\lambda)^t \omega^2 cos\omega t]Calculations of stream function:\psi(t,e_1,e_2)=(e^\lambda)^t(e^-\lambda)^t[e_1^2sin(\omega t)+e_2^2cos(\omega t)]Calculations of vorticity:\omega(t,e_1,e_2)=\frac{d}{dt} \psi(t,e_1,e_2)= (e^\lambda)^t(e^-\lambda)^t [e_1^2\omega cos\omega t-e_2^2\omega sin\omega t]To prove that velocity is equal to acceleration, we need to show that V_1(t,e_1,e_2)=A_1(t,e_1,e_2) and V_2(t,e_1,e_2)=A_2(t
 

Related to Lagrangian description of fluid motion

1. What is the Lagrangian description of fluid motion?

The Lagrangian description of fluid motion is a mathematical framework used to describe the motion of a fluid by tracking the movement of individual particles in the fluid. It is based on the concept of a Lagrangian coordinate system, where the position of each particle is described as a function of time.

2. How does the Lagrangian description differ from the Eulerian description?

The Eulerian description of fluid motion is based on tracking the properties of a fluid at fixed points in space, while the Lagrangian description follows the movement of individual particles in the fluid. This means that the Eulerian description is more suitable for studying large-scale fluid flows, while the Lagrangian description is better for studying small-scale or highly turbulent flows.

3. What are the advantages of using the Lagrangian description?

One advantage of the Lagrangian description is that it can provide a more detailed picture of the fluid motion, particularly in complex or turbulent flows. It also allows for the tracking of individual particles, which can be useful in applications such as fluid mixing or particle transport.

4. What are some limitations of the Lagrangian description?

One limitation of the Lagrangian description is that it can be computationally expensive, as it requires tracking the movement of individual particles over time. Additionally, it may not be as accurate for large-scale flows, as it relies on the assumption that the particles do not interact with each other.

5. How is the Lagrangian description used in practical applications?

The Lagrangian description is used in a variety of applications, including weather forecasting, ocean and atmospheric modeling, and chemical and biological transport. It is also used in engineering fields to study fluid flows in pipes, pumps, and turbines. Additionally, it is used in fluid dynamics research to study complex flows and phenomena, such as turbulence and mixing.

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