The mean velocity profile of turbulent boundary layers with system rotation

Abstract

This paper examines changes in the mean velocity profiles of turbulent boundary layers subjected to system rotation. Analysis of the data from several studies conducted in the large rotating wind tunnel at the University of Melbourne shows the existence of a universal linear correction to the velocity profile in the logarithmic region. The appropriate parameters relevant to rotation are derived and correlations are found between the parameters. Flows with adverse pressure gradients, zero pressure gradients and secondary flows are examined and all appear to exhibit the universal linear correction, suggesting that it is robust.