The non-linear evolution of strange-mode instabilities

Numerical simulations of the evolution of strange-mode instabilities into t he non-linear regime have been performed for massive objects and Wolf-Rayet stars, Velocity amplitudes above 10(2) km s(-1) can be reached which excee d the escape velocity and imply mass loss for massive objects. Although for Wolf-Rayet stars direct mass loss is not observed, the velocity field esta blished by the instability may be sufficient to initiate a line-driven wind . The results are sensitive to the numerical treatment of the problem.