Flow at a city street intersection
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Channel: Paul Nathan · 2015 · Science & Technology
Cross-section of the flow through a matrix of simple buildings immersed in an atmospheric boundary layer. Despite the simplicity of the geometry, the flow is wonderfully complex. A fine illustration of how the wind at a city street intersection can suddenly change direction with occasional gusts and downdrafts. 1W laser sheet with propylene glycol vapour.
