laminar flow
Noun
Meaning
nonturbulent streamline flow in parallel layers (laminae)
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A common application of laminar flow is in the smooth flow of a viscous liquid through a tube or pipe.
A laminar flow reactor (LFR) is a reactor that uses laminar flow to study chemical reactions and process mechanisms.
But the laminar flow wing fitted to the Mustang could be a little tricky.
Conversion of laminar flow to turbulent flow is a well known example.
For instance, laminar flow over a sphere is steady in the frame of reference that is stationary with respect to the sphere.
Fuel cells details Microfluidic fuel cells can use laminar flow to separate the fuel and its oxidant to control the interaction of the two fluids without a physical barrier as would be required in conventional fuel cells.