Abstract
We consider the Euler-α regularization of the Birkhoff-Rott equation and compare its solutions with the dynamics of the non regularized vortex-sheet. For a flow induced by an infinite array of planar vortex-sheets we analyze the complex singularities of the solutions.Through the singularity tracking method we show that the regularized solution has several complex singularities that approach the real axis. We relate their presence to the formation of two high-curvature points in the vortex sheet during the roll-up phenomenon.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 113-141 |
Number of pages | 29 |
Journal | Bollettino dell'Unione Matematica Italiana |
Volume | 10 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Mar 1 2017 |
Keywords
- Birkhoff-Rott equation
- Complex singularities
- Euler-α regularization
- Vortex-sheet
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Mathematics