Which mechanism causes deviations from ideal predictions when the Navier-Stokes equation is applied to turbulent flow around an airfoil?

💡 Explanation

Eddy viscosity momentum transfer becomes significant at high Reynolds numbers, because turbulent eddies mix momentum across the flow more effectively than molecular viscosity. Therefore, simulations underpredict actual drag, rather than effects predicted by the laminar equation.

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