Particle image velocimetry - application to turbulence studies

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Abstract

In this chapter one of the most widely used techniques in experimental studies of fluid turbulence, particle image velocimetry (PIV), is reviewed. Principles and main characteristics of the PIV method are complemented by examples of its implementation for studies of turbulent jet.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationLecture Notes on Turbulence and Coherent Structures in Fluids, Plasmas and Nonlinear Media
EditorsMichael Shats, Horst Punzmann
Place of PublicationLondon UK
PublisherImperial College Press
Pages309-347
Number of pages39
ISBN (Electronic)9789812774071
ISBN (Print)9812566988
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2006

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