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The prediction of laminar inclined flow through tube banks. (English) Zbl 0596.76042

Summary: The numerical prediction of laminar inclined flow in the interspaces of an array of parallel tubes is discussed. The differential equations describing flow are solved by finite-difference means in conjunction with computer-generated curvilinear grids, using implicit, iterative solution algorithms. The method of solution is validated by comparing the results with existing theoretical and experimental data, mainly in the limiting cases of purely axial and purely transverse flow. New information is provided about the effects of flow development and flow inclination on the pressure drop and other practically important quantities.

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76D10 Boundary-layer theory, separation and reattachment, higher-order effects
76M99 Basic methods in fluid mechanics
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