Riblet Flow Visualization and Drag Reduction Evaluation by Particle Image Velocimetry in Both Air and Water Flows

AIAA SciTech Forum 2026

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Authors: Wan Qin, Heather L. Durko, Brian L. Stamper, Koshi Komuro, Eric P. Goodwin, Ryosuke Sato
DOI: 10.2514/6.2026-0485
Cited by: 0
References: 7

Abstract

We present a compact test platform for visualizing riblet flow in both air and water flows by particle image velocimetry (PIV) to evaluate skin friction drag reduction and pressure drag reduction at turbulent boundary layer conditions. The PIV system provides

Fields of Study & Subjects

Fluid Dynamics and Turbulent Flows Rheology and Fluid Dynamics Studies Fluid Dynamics and Vibration Analysis

Publication details

Journal / source
AIAA SciTech Forum
Publication date
8 January 2026