2.20: Marine Hydrodynamics
Class Information
Fall | Graduate | 12 Units | Prereq: 1.060, 2.006, 2.016, or 2.06
The fundamentals of fluid mechanics are developed in the context of naval architecture and ocean science and engineering. Transport theorem and conservation principles. Navier-Stokes' equation. Dimensional analysis. Ideal and potential flows. Vorticity and Kelvin's theorem. Hydrodynamic forces in potential flow, D'Alembert's paradox, added-mass, slender-body theory. Viscous-fluid flow, laminar and turbulent boundary layers. Model testing, scaling laws. Application of potential theory to surface waves, energy transport, wave/body forces. Linearized theory of lifting surfaces. Experimental project in the towing tank or propeller tunnel. In person not required.
Instructor Information
Dick Yue (Fall)
Philip J. Solondz Professor of Engineering; Professor of Mechanical & Ocean Engineering
Interest Areas
- Wave hydrodynamics in the ocean and coastal environment
- Fluid mechanics of turbulent and two-phase flows at the air-sea interface
- Dynamics of ships, underwater vehicles and offshore structures