  The turbulent boundary layer over a flat plate is computed by direct
numerical simulation (DNS) of the incompressible Navier-Stokes equations as a
test bed for a synthetic turbulence generator (STG) inflow boundary condition.
The inlet momentum thickness Reynolds number is approximately 1,000. The study
provides validation of the ability of the STG to develop accurate turbulence in
5 to 7 boundary layer thicknesses downstream of the boundary condition. Also
tested was the effect of changes in the stabilization scheme on the development
of the boundary layer. Moreover, the grid resolution required for both the
development region and the downstream flow is investigated when using a
stabilized finite element method.
