Citation:
Knowles RD, Finnis MV, Saddington AJ, Knowles K. (2006) Planar visualization of vortical flows. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part G: journal of aerospace engineering, Volume 220, Issue 6, May 2006, pp. 619-627
Abstract:
This article presents two over-looked post-processing techniques which provide
the investigator with additional tools for data analysis and visualization. Both
techniques exploit the trend for planar experimental data collection and are
implemented in two-dimensions. Critically, both techniques are suitable for use
on computational and experimental datasets, require no a-priori knowledge of the
flow-field, and minimal user interaction during processing. Firstly, line
integral convolution will be introduced as an alternative to streamline or in-
plane velocity vector visualization. Secondly, a feature identification
procedure will be outlined that can be used to reduce datasets for clearer
visualization and provide quantitative information about topological flow
features.
