How pipe flow becomes unstable or why turbulence is physics?
How pipe flow becomes unstable or why turbulence is physics?
- Event time: 5:00pm until 6:00pm
- Event date: 12th March 2026
- Speaker: Professor Alexander Morozov (School of Physics & Astronomy, University of Edinburgh)
- Location: Elm Lecture Theatre, Nucleus Building, King's Buildings
Event details
All students and staff welcome.
Speaker
Prof Alexander Morozov (School of Physics and Astronomy)
Abstract
Prof Morozov will give an overview of what is currently known about transition to turbulence in straight pipes and channels. He will review the existing experimental results for such flows, discuss how they are interpreted in mathematical terms, and argue that this problem belongs to the realm of non-equilibrium statistical mechanics.
Refreshments
Meet at 16.30 outside the lecture theatre for tea and cakes prior to the talk.
About General interest seminars
Our General Interest Seminars are an opportunity for distinguished speakers to present new research in physics and related areas. The material presented is suitable for undergraduate level upwards and all members of the School are welcome to attend..