Fluid Mechanics

• Record Nr.: UNINA9911009253603321
• Autore: Marie-Magdeleine Artem Shlyakhov
• Pubbl/distr/stampa: Burlington : , : Toronto Academic Press, , 2024; ©2024
• ISBN: 9781779561961; 1779561962
• Edizione: [1st ed.]
• Descrizione fisica: 1 online resource (238 pages)
• Soggetti: Fluid mechanics; Mechanical engineering
• Lingua di pubblicazione: Inglese
• Formato: Materiale a stampa
• Livello bibliografico: Monografia
• Nota di contenuto: Cover -- Title Page -- Copyright -- About The Author -- Contents -- List of Figures -- List of Tables -- List of Abbreviations -- Preface -- Chapter 1: Introduction To Fluid Mechanics -- Unit Introduction -- 1.1. What Is Fluid? -- 1.2. Application Areas Of Fluid Mechanics -- 1.3. The No-slip Condition -- 1.4. History Of Fluid Mechanics -- 1.5. Classification Of Fluid Flows -- 1.6. System And Control Volume -- 1.7. Importance Of Dimensions And Units -- 1.8. Dimensional Homogeneity -- 1.9. Mathematical Modeling Of Engineering Problems -- 1.10. Engineering Software Packages -- Summary -- Review Questions -- Multiple Choice Questions -- References -- Chapter 2: Properties Of Fluids -- Unit Introduction -- 2.1. Continuum -- 2.2. The Density Of Ideal Gases -- 2.3. Vapor Pressure And Cavitation
• Sommario/riassunto: This book provides a comprehensive introduction to fluid mechanics, focusing on the fundamental principles and real-world applications of the field. It addresses the complexities and challenges faced by undergraduate students in mastering fluid mechanics, emphasizing the need for a deep understanding and physical intuition. The author, Artem Shlyakhov, a Chartered Mechanical Engineer, aims to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application through detailed explanations, visual aids, and examples. The book is designed for students and academics, offering a sequential progression from ; basic to advanced concepts, and is enriched with high-quality diagrams and illustrations to facilitate learning.