Hybrid solution of the averaged Navier-Stokes equations for turbulent flow

Abstract

The Generalized Integral Transform Technique (GITT) is utilized in the hybrid numerical-analytical solution of the Reynolds averaged Navier-Stokes equations, for developing turbulent flow inside a parallel-plates channel. An algebraic turbulence model is employed in modelling the turbulent diffusivity. The automatic global error control feature inherent to this approach, permits the determination of fully converged reference results for the validation of purely numerical methods. Therefore, numerical results for different values of Reynolds number are obtained, both for illustrating the convergence characteristics of the integral transform approach, and for critical comparisons with previously reported results through different models and numerical schemes.