Comparison of interrogation methods for particle image velocimetry

Abstract
Two methods of extracting velocity vectors from particle image patterns are described. The results are compared with Particle Image Velocimetry using the well established cross- correlation technique for a case of natural convection from a heated tube submerged in a water bath. In an endeavour to improve the accuracy of velocity extraction, velocity gradients have been introduced into the algorithm. The procedure is repeated to a chosen iterative limit. Results presented show the effect of the gradient operator on the velocities obtained in regions where the velocity gradient is large.

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