Date of Award
4-20-2022
Document Type
Thesis
Department
Physics
First Reader
Dr. Kevin Cornelius
Second Reader
Dr. Jeff Matocha
Third Reader
Professor Eric Phillips
Abstract
Experiments have shown that objects with uneven surfaces, such as golf balls, can have less drag than those with smooth surfaces. Since fractal surfaces appear naturally in other areas, it must be asked if they can produce less drag than a traditional surface and save energy. Little or no research has been conducted so far on this question. The purpose of this project is to see if fractal geometry can improve boat hull design by producing a hull with low friction.
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Recommended Citation
Mears, Jonah, "A Fractal Geometry for Hydrodynamics" (2022). Honors Theses. 851.
https://scholarlycommons.obu.edu/honors_theses/851