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The problem of steady, periodic waves over constant vorticity (positive and negative) is examined by using parameter expansions. The first analyses, for each of the two signs of vorticity, are constructed by perturbing an existing uniform flow; for positive vorticity it is shown, within the asymptotic structure obtained, that a pattern of streamlines admits a stagnation point on the bottom, below the crest of the wave. On the other hand, the corresponding solution for negative vorticity does not produce a stagnation point at the surface (as would have been expected). An explanation of these two outcomes follows from the natures of the corresponding dispersion relations that underpin the existence of the linear-wave perturbation. The case of large negative vorticity is then considered, and this does permit a solution that is close to stagnation, a conclusion consistent with the linear dispersion relation. No corresponding solution exists for large positive vorticity. Some typical streamlines and velocity profiles below the crest, based on the asymptotic results, are presented. © 2009 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.
Author(s): Johnson R
Publication type: Article
Publication status: Published
Journal: Wave Motion
Year: 2009
Volume: 46
Issue: 6
Pages: 339-349
ISSN (print): 0165-2125
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Publisher: Elsevier BV
URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.wavemoti.2009.06.006
DOI: 10.1016/j.wavemoti.2009.06.006
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