Constructal theory of pattern formation
This review article shows that the occurrence of macroscopic flow configuration is a universal natural phenomenon that can be explained and predicted on the basis of a principle of physics (the constructal law): "For a flow system to persist in time (to survive) it must evolve in such a way...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Copernicus Publications
2007-01-01
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Series: | Hydrology and Earth System Sciences |
Online Access: | http://www.hydrol-earth-syst-sci.net/11/753/2007/hess-11-753-2007.pdf |