| Description |
1 volume (various pagings) : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm + 1 CD-ROM (4 3/4 in.) |
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4 3/4 in |
| Contents |
Fundamental concepts -- Fluid properties -- Case studies in fluid mechanics -- Fluid forces -- Fluid statics -- The velocity field and fluid transport -- Control volume analysis -- Flow of an inviscid fluid: the Bernoulli equation -- Dimentional analysis and similitude -- Elements of flow visualization and flow structure -- Governing equations of fluid dynamics -- Analysis of incompressible flow -- Flow in pipes and ducts -- External flow -- Open channel flow |
| Summary |
"Introduction to Fluid Mechanics provides a balanced and uniquely visual treatment of the tools used in solving modern fluid mechanics problems. Presenting an image-intensive approach to fluid dynamics through classic kinematic concepts, the book demonstrates the importance of flow visualization in a framework of modern experimental techniques and flow simulation. Detailed photographs and diagrams of fluid motions and phenomena throughout the text help students to see and understand why equations change drastically for different types of flows. Output illustrations from CFD (computational fluid dynamics) programs illustrate the possibilities of flow behavior, enabling students to concentrate on ideas instead of mathematics. The book also provides the means to solve interesting problems early in the course by presenting case studies at the beginning of the text. These cases are revisited later to reinforce empirical rules and help explain advanced methods of analyzing a flow. Creating a foundation for further study in this important and exciting field, Introduction to Fluid Mechanics is ideal for a first course in fluid mechanics. The book is designed to accommodate students concentrating in mechanical engineering as well as those in the civil, aerospace, and chemical engineering fields."--Publisher's description |
| Notes |
Includes index |
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System requirements for accompanying CD-ROM: PC with Pentium III or higher processor; 64MB RAM; Windows 98/2000/XP; or Macintosh computer |
| Subject |
Fluid mechanics.
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| Author |
Katz, Ira M., 1958-
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Schaffer, James P.
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| LC no. |
2004044802 |
| ISBN |
9780195154511 (acid-free paper) |
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0195154517 (acid-free paper) |
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0521604761 (CD-ROM) |
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9780521604765 (CD-ROM) |
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