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Dr. Ting

Ting Lu (Chinese: 丁汝; pinyin: Dīng Rǔ; Wade–Giles: Ting Ju; born 18 April 1925) i is a renowned Chinese-American mathematician and physicist, celebrated for his significant contributions to fluid dynamics and applied mathematics. He is Professor Emeritus at the Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences, New York University, where he has had a distinguished career spanning decades. Ting's research primarily focuses on vortex dynamics, mathematical modeling, and asymptotic analysis, with applications across various fields in physics and engineering.

Over his prolific career, Ting has authored and co-authored numerous influential papers and books, including contributions to the Lecture Notes in Physics series. In recognition of his groundbreaking work, a commemorative volume titled Vortex Dominated Flows: A Volume Celebrating Lu Ting's 80th Birthday was published in 2005, highlighting his impact on the study of vortex-dominated flows and fluid mechanics. At 99 years old, Ting continues to be a revered figure in the scientific community, known for his intellectual rigor and profound influence on modern applied mathematics.

Early Life and Education

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Lu Ting was born in 1925 in China, during a period of political and social upheaval. Despite the challenges of the time, Ting displayed an early aptitude for mathematics and science, which was nurtured through his formative years. His exceptional academic abilities earned him opportunities to pursue higher education, even amidst the difficulties posed by World War II and its aftermath.

Ting completed his undergraduate studies in mathematics and physics in China, where he developed a strong foundation in analytical reasoning and problem-solving. Recognizing his potential, he pursued advanced studies abroad, eventually earning his doctorate in applied mathematics from New York University (NYU) under the mentorship of prominent scholars at the Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences. This period of rigorous training solidified his interest in fluid dynamics and mathematical modeling, laying the groundwork for his illustrious career.

Ting's early experiences in academia were marked by his ability to bridge theoretical mathematics with practical applications, an approach that would define his contributions to fluid mechanics and vortex dynamics.

Selected publications

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  • Ting, L., Ludloff, H. F.: Aerodynamics of Blasts, J. Aeronautical Science, Vol. 19, pp. 317-328, 1952.[1]
  • Ting, L.: Diffraction and Reflection of Weak Shocks by Structures, J. Math. and Phys., Vol. XXXII, pp. 102-116, 1953.[2]
  • Yuan, S. W., Ting, L.: On Radial Deflections of a Cylinder Subjected to Equal and Opposite Concentrated Radial Loads, J. Applied Mechanics, Vol. 24, pp. 278-282, 1957.[3]
  • Ting, L.: Diffraction of Disturbances Around a Convex Right Corner with Application in Acoustics and Wing-Body Interference, J. Aeronautical Science, Vol. 24, pp. 821-830, 1957.[4]
  • Ferri, A., Clarke, J. H., Ting, L.: Favorable Interference in Lifting Systems in Supersonic Flow, J. Aeronautical Science, Vol. 24, pp. 791-804, 1957.[5]
  • Ting, L., Yuan, S. W.: On Radial Deflection of a Cylinder of Finite-Length with Various End-Conditions, J. Aeronautical Science, Vol. 25, pp. 230-234, 1958.[6]
  • Ting, L.: Some Integrated Properties of Solutions of the Wave Equation with Nonplanar Boundaries, Quart. Appl., Math, Vol. XVI, pp. 373-384, 1959.[7]
  • Ting, L.: Pressure Distribution on Dihedral Wings at Supersonic Speed, J. Fluid Mechanics, Vol. 6, pp. 302-312, 1959.[8]
  • Ting, L.: On the Mixing of Two Parallel Streams, J. Math. and Phys., Vol. 38, pp. 153-165, 1959.[9]
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Lecture Notes:

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  • FINAL REPORT For the Period: October 15, 1989 - October 14, 1992. PERTURBATION PROBLEMS IN FLUID DYNAMICS[2]
  • FINAL REPORT For the Period: November 1, 1992 - December 31, 1995. PERTURBATION PROBLEMS IN FLUID DYNAMICS[4]

Biography:

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  • VORTEX DOMINATED FLOWS A Volume Celebrating Lu Ting’s 80* Birthday[10]

References

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  1. ^ Ting, Lu (1950-11-30). "Aerodynamics of Blasts". Journal of the Aeronautical Sciences. 18 (2): 143–144. doi:10.2514/8.1883.
  2. ^ a b Ting, Lu (November 6, 1992). "FINAL REPORT For the Period: October 15, 1989 - October 14, 1992. PERTURBATION PROBLEMS IN FLUID DYNAMICS" (PDF).
  3. ^ Yuan, S. W.; Ting, L. (1970-01-01). "On Radial Deflections of a Cylinder Subjected to Equal and Opposite Concentrated Radial Loads: Infinitely Long Cylinder and Finite-Length Cylinder With Simply Supported Ends". Journal of Applied Mechanics. 24 (2): 278–282. doi:10.1115/1.4011509. ISSN 0021-8936.
  4. ^ a b Ting, Lu (January 26, 1996). "FINAL REPORT For the Period: November 1, 1992 - December 31, 1995. PERTURBATION PROBLEMS IN FLUID DYNAMICS" (PDF).
  5. ^ Ferri, Antonio; Clarke, Joseph H.; Ting, Lu (November 1957). "Favorable Interference in Lifting Systems in Supersonic Flow". Journal of the Aeronautical Sciences. 24 (11): 791–804. doi:10.2514/8.3972. ISSN 1936-9956.
  6. ^ Ting, L.; Yuan, S. W. (April 1958). "On Radial Deflection of a Cylinder of Finite Length with Various End Conditions". Journal of the Aerospace Sciences. 25 (4): 230–234. doi:10.2514/8.7602. ISSN 1936-9999.
  7. ^ Ting, Lu (1959). "Some integrated properties of solutions of the wave equation with non-planar boundaries". Quarterly of Applied Mathematics. 16 (4): 373–384. doi:10.1090/qam/102307. ISSN 0033-569X.
  8. ^ Ting, Lu (August 1959). "The pressure distribution on dihedral wings at supersonic speed". Journal of Fluid Mechanics. 6 (2): 302–312. doi:10.1017/S0022112059000635. ISSN 1469-7645.
  9. ^ Ting, Lu (April 1959). "On the Mixing of Two Parallel Streams". Journal of Mathematics and Physics. 38 (1–4): 153–165. doi:10.1002/sapm1959381153. ISSN 0097-1421.
  10. ^ "FRONT MATTER", Vortex Dominated Flows, WORLD SCIENTIFIC, pp. i–xxix, August 2005, doi:10.1142/9789812703439_fmatter, ISBN 978-981-256-320-0, retrieved 2024-07-29


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