Visualizing turbulence

The video explores the complex nature of turbulence, a chaotic fluid motion that is difficult to predict. It introduces vortex rings, a stable fluid flow phenomenon, and demonstrates a home experiment to visualize them. The video delves into the definition and characteristics of turbulence, contrasting it with laminar flow. It discusses the challenges of solving the Navier Stokes equations, which describe fluid dynamics, and highlights Kolmogorov's theory on energy distribution in turbulent flows. The video emphasizes the intricate patterns and underlying order within turbulence.

Discuss the implications of the $1,000,000 prize associated with the Navier-Stokes equations.

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How does the energy cascade in turbulent flow occur?

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What role does vortex stretching play in the behavior of turbulent fluids?

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What observations were made regarding the stability of vortex rings over time?

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