A method for testing drag-reduction on riblet surfaces based on the Spalding formula
Bao-wei Song , Zhan-yi Liu , Ting Xu , Hai-bao Hu , Ming-ming Huang
Journal of Marine Science and Application ›› 2009, Vol. 8 ›› Issue (4) : 333 -337.
A method for testing drag-reduction on riblet surfaces based on the Spalding formula
This paper presents a method based on the Spalding formula for testing drag-reduction on riblet surfaces. Its advantage lies in that it is more convenient and yields more precise data compared with testing methods using instruments such as a scale. With this method, data is obtained from the velocity distribution within the inner layer, nearest the riblet surface. Precision of measurement of the velocity distribution is the key factor affecting the precision of the testing.
Spalding formula / riblet surface / drag-reduction testing
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