Question: PROBLEM 5 . 1 For boundary layer flow over the wing of a commercial aircraft is modeled as a straight flat plate with an approximate

PROBLEM 5.1
For boundary layer flow over the wing of a commercial aircraft is modeled as a straight flat plate with an approximate boundary layer velocity profile of
u(y)=Vsin(y2),0y
The air stream velocity is 350ftsec at 40,000ft, and the location of interest is x=10ft. Assume standard air properties apply.
Boundary condition verification:
(a) Verify that this velocity profile satisfies the no-slip condition. )=(0
(b) Verify this velocity profile matches the free stream velocity at the edge of the boundary layer. at y=)
(c) Verify the smooth transition at the edge of the boundary layer. at (:y=}
Turbulent or Laminar?
(a) Determine the Reynolds number.
Rex=Vx?
u
where
u is the kinematic viscosity. (see Tables from standard atmospheric air)
(b) Is it laminar or turbulent? (See lecture slides on boundary layer)
3. Boundary layer characteristics: (No need to evaluate integrals by hand. Evaluate the final expression using a computer software and provide proof, i.e., printout, screenshot, etc.)
(a) Determine the boundary layer thickness, .(See lecture slides for laminar or turbulent incompressible flow.)
(b) Use the following equation to determine the ratio of the displacement thickness to the boundary layer thickness.
**=0(1-uV)dy,**=
(c) Use the following equation to determine the ratio of the momentum thickness to the boundary layer thickness.
=00(-uV)(1-uV)dy,=
 PROBLEM 5.1 For boundary layer flow over the wing of a

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