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Experiments on baroclinic instabilities

von Larcher, T. and Beyer, W. and Egbers, C. (2004) Experiments on baroclinic instabilities. WILEY-VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. KGaA, Weinheim, Proceedings in Applied Mathematics and Mechanics. ISBN ISSN 1617-7061

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Abstract

We study experiments on baroclinic instabilities in a different heated rotating annulus cooled from within. Characteristic time series of the flow velocity are measured with the Laser-Doppler-Velocimetry (LDV) technique. The surface flow is observed with a co-rotating camera. Steady waves as well as complex flow states are observed. Hysteresis is also found. The drift rate of stable baroclinic waves is determined. The methods of non-linear time series analysis are used to investigate the dynamics of baroclinic waves, particulary in transition zones between different flow regimes.

Item Type:Book
Subjects:Mathematical and Computer Sciences > Mathematics > Applied Mathematics
Divisions:Department of Mathematics and Computer Science > Institute of Mathematics > Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Group
ID Code:751
Deposited By: Ulrike Eickers
Deposited On:13 Aug 2009 15:07
Last Modified:22 Sep 2011 13:48

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