Fully explicit and self-consistent algebraic Reynolds stress model (Q1371492)

A fully explicit, self-consistent algebraic expression (for Reynolds stress) which is the exact solution to the Reynolds stress transport equation in the ``weak-equilibrium'' limit for two-dimensional mean flows for all linear and some quasi-linear pressure-strain models, is derived. The simultaneous algebraic Reynolds stress equations in the weak-equilibrium limit are solved in the full nonlinear forms, and the eddy viscosity is found to be nonsingular. Preliminary tests indicate that the model performs adequately, even for three-dimensional mean-flow cases.