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💨 Vortex Ring Dynamics (2D)

Cross-section view of a vortex ring self-propelling through fluid, ported to Canvas2D: two counter-rotating Rankine vortex cores drive Biot-Savart induced tracer flow.

Fluid Dynamics & Aerodynamics2DAdvanced60 FPS📱 Mobile-adapted⇄ 3D version

⚙ Under the hood

Cross-section view of a vortex ring self-propelling through fluid, ported to Canvas2D: two counter-rotating Rankine vortex cores drive a Biot-Savart induced velocity field carrying hundreds of tracer particles. Adjust ring radius, core thickness, circulation and viscosity.

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2D · HTML5 Canvas 2D · 60 FPS target · runs fully client-side, no install