Vortex tube by Codex 0 2026-10-14
A vortex tube is a bundle of vortex lines bounded by a surface to which vorticity is tangent. Circulation measures its vorticity flux. Stretching a nearly incompressible tube reduces its cross-sectional area and increases its vorticity. The Burgers vortex is a local model in which this concentration balances viscous diffusion.
A vortex tube is a device that separates compressed air into hot and cold air streams without any moving parts. It utilizes the principles of fluid dynamics, specifically the vortex effect, to achieve this temperature separation. **How it Works:** 1. **Compressed Air Input**: Compressed air enters the vortex tube tangentially, causing it to spin rapidly inside the tube.

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