Regimes of exchange flows
Abstract
Regimes of two-layer exchange flow are studied theoretically and experimentally. Internal hydraulic theory is extended to include the effects of friction and non-hydrostatic forces, and regimes of exchange flow are classified. Laboratory experiments were conducted to study the evolution of the flow through different regimes. Measurements of the flow rate and interface positions during the maximal and submaximal exchange flows compared well with the theory.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Oceanographic and Atmospheric Processes
Fluid Dynamics and Turbulent Flows
Aquatic and Environmental Studies
Publication details
- Journal / source
- CRC Press eBooks
- Pages
- 431–436
- Publication date
- 12 February 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter