Symmetry and Numerical Methods in Fluid Dynamics
A special issue of Symmetry (ISSN 2073-8994). This special issue belongs to the section "Mathematics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 October 2025 | Viewed by 747
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The majority of flow phenomena exhibit either symmetric or asymmetric behavior, which is often crucial for optimizing various processes. Understanding the control of symmetry mechanisms has become essential across scientific and engineering disciplines. Challenges arise from irregularities or fluid misallocation, typically stemming from disrupted symmetries in factors, parameters, or gradients. Thus, addressing and maintaining symmetry is paramount for process efficiency. Conversely, in fluid mechanics, enhancing efficiency may require deliberate disruption of symmetry. Consequently, discussions in experimental and computational fluid mechanics frequently revolve around fluid flow symmetry/asymmetry. Numerical methods play a vital role in revealing the complexities of fluid dynamics, providing insights into the behavior of symmetric and asymmetric flows.
This Special Issue aims to explore the symmetry concept of computational fluid dynamics, focusing specifically on refining numerical methods. By pushing the boundaries of simulation techniques and analysis, it seeks to enhance the understanding of fluid behavior and optimize processes across diverse applications.
In this Special Issue, original research articles and reviews are welcome. Research areas may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Steady-state/transient flows
- Multiphase flows
- Flow topology analysis
- Numerical methods in fluid flow
- Heat and mass transfer
- Mixing and mixedness
- Stability/instability
We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. Tamás Karches
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- steady-state/transient flows
- multiphase flows
- flow topology analysis
- numerical methods in fluid flow
- heat and mass transfer
- mixing and mixedness
- stability/instability
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