Reynoldsnumber

Discussion in 'Hydrodynamics and Aerodynamics' started by Joo, Jun 22, 2011.

  1. Joo
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    Hey guys!

    Maybe anyone can answer my question. At which reynoldsnumber at flow around an object (hull) gets turbulent? I know that pipe flow becomes turbulent in at Rn = 3200, but is it the same for an external flow?

    Thanks in advance!
     
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