Theorem · version 1

Global regularity for small initial data

Statement

In three space dimensions, assertions (A) and (B) hold provided the initial velocity satisfies a smallness condition.

Assumptions

  • Three space dimensions; no external force, as in (A) and (B).
  • The initial velocity satisfies a smallness condition.

Scope

Small data only; arbitrary large data remain open.

Evidence

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Connections

In this problem · publication v8 · Selected context

Navier–Stokes existence and smoothness →

Special case · Proved

Scope: Global smooth solutions exist when the initial velocity is small.

Limit: Large initial data are not covered; the smallness threshold does not grow to all data.

A distinct scope, not an additive fraction of the problem solved.

Relationship not independently reviewed. This concerns its use in this problem.

Sources

Existence and Smoothness of the Navier–Stokes Equation →

Charles L. Fefferman · Published · Publication date 2000

Revision & attribution

Source revision: 2000. Observed Oct 13, 2026.

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History

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Claim ID
claim-navier-stokes-small-data
Statement version
1
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