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The measured anisotropy invariants of the Reynolds stress tensor in a self-preserving rough wall turbulent boundary layer indicate that the anisotropy is significantly smaller than in a smooth wall layer.
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RAA is grateful to Dr. P. Spalart for the DNS data. The support of the Australian Research Council is acknowledged.
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Shafi, H.S., Antonia, R.A. Anisotropy of the Reynolds stresses in a turbulent boundary layer on a rough wall. Experiments in Fluids 18, 213–215 (1995). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00230269
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