Thu, 16 Feb 2006

14:00 - 15:00
Comlab

The finite element method for Cahn-Hilliard-Navier-Stokes equations

Dr David Kay
(University of Sussex)
Abstract

The Cahn-Hilliard equations provides a model of phase transitions when two or more immiscible fluids interact. When coupled with the Navier-Stokes equations we obtain a model fro the dynamics of multiphase flow. This model takes into account the viscosity and densities of the various fluids present.

A finite element discretisation of the variable density Cahn-Hilliard-Navier-Stokes equations is presented. An analysis of the discretisation and a reliable efficient numerical solution method are presented.

Wed, 15 Feb 2006
12:00
SR1

TBA

Jeffrey Giansiracusa
(Oxford)
Thu, 09 Feb 2006

14:00 - 15:00
Comlab

Applications of radial basis functions

Prof Jeremy Levesley
(University of Leicester)
Abstract

I will describe some application areas for radial basis function, and discuss how the computational problems can be overcome by the use of preconditioning methods and fast evaluation techniques.

Thu, 02 Feb 2006

14:00 - 15:00
Comlab

tba

Prof Mark Ainsworth
(University of Strathclyde)
Abstract

This Seminar has been cancelled and will now take place in Trinity Term, Week 3, 11 MAY.