We present a combined theoretical/computational framework to model jetting processes following shockwave/interface interactions. The model is based off treating the vorticity field as the principal independent variable. Following classical vortex dynamics, we develop a low dimensional set of ODEs which are easily integrated to simulate jetting processes. We identify basic mechanisms which enhance or suppress the jet speed. In a special case, we are able to identify an explicit and exact solution which completely suppress the jet growth. The results compare favorably with full hydrocode simulations.
Prospects for experiments and applications will be discussed.
*This work was performed under the auspices of the U.S. Department of Energy by Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory under Contract DE-AC52-07NA27344 and was supported by the LLNL-LDRD Program under Project No. 21-SI-006. Lawrence Livermore National Security, LLNL-ABS-835146
