Interaction of Oceanic Vortices with Steep Topography
Lead Research Organisation:
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE LONDON
Department Name: Mathematics
Abstract
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Organisations
Publications
Nilawar R
(2012)
Finite Rossby radius effects on vortex motion near a gap
in Physics of Fluids
Southwick O
(2015)
A point vortex model for the formation of ocean eddies by flow separation
in Physics of Fluids
| Description | We have developed simple but illustrative mathematical models for vortices interacting with coatsal topography. |
| Exploitation Route | Improved numerical methods are needed to study wave-vortex interaction in coastal settings. |
| Sectors | Aerospace Defence and Marine Environment |
| Description | Findings not yet used beyond academia |