Asymptotic limits of the axisymmetric solution of the Brinkman equation for a point force near a no-slip wall

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Authors: Abdallah Daddi‐Moussa‐Ider, Andrej Vilfan
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Abstract

We derive the far-field and near-field solutions for the Green’s function of a point force acting perpendicular to a no-slip wall in a Brinkman fluid, focusing on the regime where the distance between the force and the wall is much smaller than the screening length. The general solution is obtained in closed form up to a single integral, and can be systematically expanded in a Taylor series in both the far-field and near-field limits. The flow can then be expressed as a series of source-multipole singularities with an additional, analytically known, correction in the proximity of the wall. Comparisons with numerical integration demonstrate the accuracy and reliability of the asymptotic expansions. The results are also applicable to the unsteady Stokes flow driven by a localised assembly of forces, such as a beating cilium protruding from a flat surface.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Lattice Boltzmann Simulation Studies Microfluidic and Bio-sensing Technologies Fluid Dynamics and Vibration Analysis

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Fluid Mechanics
Volume
1027
Publication date
15 January 2026
Language
EN