Slosh dynamics

[2][3] These types of analyses are typically undertaken using computational fluid dynamics and finite element methods to solve the fluid-structure interaction problem, especially if the solid container is flexible.

Another example is problematic interaction with the spacecraft's Attitude Control System (ACS), especially for spinning satellites[8] which can suffer resonance between slosh and nutation, or adverse changes to the rotational inertia.

In October 2009, the United States Air Force and United Launch Alliance (ULA) performed an experimental on-orbit demonstration on a modified Centaur upper stage on the DMSP-18 satellite launch in order to improve "understanding of propellant settling and slosh", "The light weight of DMSP-18 allowed 12,000 pounds (5,400 kg) of remaining LO2 and LH2 propellant, 28% of Centaur’s capacity", for the on-orbit tests.

[18] NASA's Launch Services Program is working on two on-going slosh fluid dynamics experiments with partners: CRYOTE and SPHERES-Slosh.

Liquid sloshing strongly influences the directional dynamics and safety performance of highway tank vehicles in a highly adverse manner.

[22][23][24] Anti-slosh devices such as baffles are widely used in order to limit the adverse liquid slosh effect on directional performance and stability of the tank vehicles.

[27] Sloshing or shifting cargo, water ballast, or other liquid (e.g., from leaks or fire fighting) can cause disastrous capsizing in ships due to free surface effect; this can also affect trucks and aircraft.