Abstract
Fluid flow in the narrow gap between two parallel surfaces is the simplest physical model of processes in porous media. Such a flow is encountered, e.g., in the cracks of reservoir rock for obtaining geothermal energy [I]. The simplest model for such a flow is the radial flow from a source [2]. However, in practical cases axisymmetric radial flow is, as a rule, an extreme idealization. In the majority of cases unsymmetric jet flow between parallel surfaces is the most probable flow condition. The initial segment of the jet near the source or the sink is of the greatest interest because it determines the hydrodynamic resistance of the system. A systematic study of this problem is not found in the literature. The objective of this paper is to study the general nature of the jet flow in the narrow gap and to obtain the basic hydrodynamic characteristics in the transition and turbulent regions of the flow.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Free) 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a call
