Turbulence in neutral Fluids und Plasmas
Module PH2175
Module version of SS 2013
There are historic module descriptions of this module. A module description is valid until replaced by a newer one.
Whether the module’s courses are offered during a specific semester is listed in the section Courses, Learning and Teaching Methods and Literature below.
| available module versions | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WS 2020/1 | WS 2019/20 | WS 2018/9 | WS 2016/7 | SS 2013 |
Basic Information
PH2175 is a semester module in English or German language at Master’s level which is offered in winter semester.
This Module is included in the following catalogues within the study programs in physics.
- Specific catalogue of special courses for Applied and Engineering Physics
- Complementary catalogue of special courses for condensed matter physics
- Complementary catalogue of special courses for nuclear, particle, and astrophysics
- Complementary catalogue of special courses for Biophysics
If not stated otherwise for export to a non-physics program the student workload is given in the following table.
| Total workload | Contact hours | Credits (ECTS) |
|---|---|---|
| 150 h | 75 h | 5 CP |
Responsible coordinator of the module PH2175 in the version of SS 2013 was Ulrich Stroth.
Content, Learning Outcome and Preconditions
Content
This module gives an introduction into turbulence research. It encompasses experimental observations as well was as intuitive model-based and theoretical approaches to describe turbulent processes. Starting point is the physics of low-dimensional chaotic systems. After a brief introduction into the basics of neutral fluids and magnetized plasmas the most important linear instabilities will be discussed before the influence of different types of nonlinearities on the dynamics of the fluid is demonstrated. Next fully developed turbulence will be treated for three- and two-dimensional fluids with an emphasis on magnetized plasmas. The different concepts will be illustrated with examples from astrophysics, fusion research and engineering sciences. The lectures will be accompanied by computer exercises using numerical techniques to analyze time traces from turbulence experiments. This includes Fourier and wavelet techniques as well as non-linear methods such as bicoherence analyses.
Learning Outcome
After successful completion of this module the student is able to
- explain the basic properties of turbulence
- name the characteristic differences between chaos and turbulence
- explain the important mechanisms leading to linear instabilities
- describe experimental techniques to investigate turbulence
- apply the basic numerical techniques to analyze turbulent time traces
Preconditions
Lectures up to the Bachelor level
Courses, Learning and Teaching Methods and Literature
Courses and Schedule
| Type | SWS | Title | Lecturer(s) | Dates | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VO | 2 | Turbulence in Neutral Fluids und Plasmas | Manz, P. |
Wed, 14:00–16:00, virtuell |
eLearning |
| UE | 2 | Exercise to Turbulence in Neutral Fluids und Plasmas |
Responsible/Coordination: Manz, P. |
dates in groups |
eLearning |
Learning and Teaching Methods
Blackboard lecture, beamer presentations, conventional and computer exercises
Media
Exercises, internet pages, additional literature
Literature
- Davidson, Turbulence, and Introduction for Scientists and Engineers, Oxford Univ. Press 2004
- Frisch, Turbulence; the Legacy of A.N. Kolmogorov, Cambridge University Press. 1995
- Pope, Turbulent Flows, Cambridge University Press, 2000
- Stroth, Plasmaphysik, Phänomene, Grundlagen, Anwendungen, VIEWEG+TEUBNER Press, New York", Wiesbaden 2011
Module Exam
Description of exams and course work
In an oral exam the learning outcome is tested using comprehension questions and sample problems.
In accordance with §12 (8) APSO the exam can be done as a written test. In this case the time duration is 60 minutes.
Exam Repetition
The exam may be repeated at the end of the semester.