Abstract
In this study, a detailed fluid dynamics analysis is conducted around two identical square cylinders in a staggered configuration at a Reynolds number (Re) of 40, using a stabilized finite-element method to investigate the kinematic stability of vortex structures. By varying the horizontal spacing (S/D) between 2 and 30 and examining transverse gaps (T/D) of 0.25, 0.8, and 1.25, the research uncovers significant flow behavior variations from the tandem configuration, highlighting complex fluid-structure interactions. The presence of “separation bubbles” at lower S/D values across all T/D ratios indicates the dynamic impact of the upstream cylinder's proximity on the flow field, particularly on the stagnation points of the downstream cylinder. Through a comprehensive topological analysis, the study identifies various flow regimes and topological bifurcations, revealing transitions between stable states that maintain the number of critical points constant, and the kinematic stability of these vortical structures is established by the critical point theory. The effect of cylinder configurations and diverse flow structures on fluid loading is also analyzed by examining surface pressure coefficients. The asymmetry present in the cylinder configuration is manifested through the asymmetric values of lift coefficients.
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