Abstract
This paper gives a brief introduction and review of linear stability theory with emphasis on nonmodal effects. The temporal and spatial framework is discussed and the response to periodic and stochastic forcing is addressed. An extension to nonautonomous evolution problems is presented. Bypass transition due to the secondary instability of streaks is used as an example to illustrate the role of a nonmodal linear mechanism in the breakdown to turbulence. © 2000 American Institute of Physics.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 1788-1794 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Physics of Plasmas |
Volume | 7 |
Issue number | 5 II |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 1 2000 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Condensed Matter Physics