Abstract
In this Letter we present novel results of the experimental study of three-dimensional waves evolving from a localized disturbance on a vertically falling film at low Reynolds numbers 1.25<Re<4.7. This range of Re is close to the values that are typical for residual layers in developed wavy film flow with moderate Reynolds numbers. A spatiotemporal evolution of three-dimensional solitary waves is investigated. Existence of the stationary horseshoe-shaped waves has been demonstrated. The measured wave characteristics are compared with the theoretical solutions.
Original language | English |
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Article number | 121704 |
Pages (from-to) | 1-4 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Physics of Fluids |
Volume | 17 |
Issue number | 12 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2005 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Condensed Matter Physics