Stratified Flows & Convection

This course covers the intricate concepts of stably stratified flows, turbulent thermal convection, and flows with vectors. For instance, it begins with the configuration of stably stratified turbulence, where the dense fluid sits at the bottom due to gravity and the light fluid is above. It then delves into the equations for stably stratified flows, explaining the role of gravity and density. The course also explores the three types of stably stratified flows: moderately stratified flow, weak stratification, and strong stratification. The course then transitions to turbulent thermal convection, explaining the system of thermal convection, starting with the internal temperature and how it interacts with the velocity field. Lastly, the course covers the concept of flows with vectors, using examples such as magnetic fields and electric dipoles to illustrate the concept. It introduces the equations used to solve these flows, including the general equation and the equation for vector fields.