Introduction to Fluid Mechanics (Hardcover, 5)

Fundamental Concepts
Dimensions and Units
Definition of a Fluid
Properties of Fluids
Liquids and Gases
Continuum
Problems

Fluid Statics
Pressure and Pressure Measurement
Hydrostatic Forces on Submerged Plane Surfaces
Hydrostatic Forces on Submerged Curved Surfaces
Equilibrium of Accelerating Fluids
Forces on Submerged Bodies
Stability of Submerged and Floating Bodies
Summary
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Problems

Basic Equations of Fluid Mechanics
Kinematics of Flow
Control Volume Approach
Continuity Equation
Momentum Equation
Energy Equation
Bernoulli Equation
Summary
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Problems

Dimensional Analysis and Dynamic Similitude
Dimensional Homogeneity and Analysis
Dimensionless Ratios
Dimensional Analysis by Inspection
Similitude
Summary
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Problems

Flow in Closed Conduits
Laminar and Turbulent Flows
Effect of Viscosity
Pipe Dimensions and Specifications
Equation of Motion
Friction Factor and Pipe Roughness
Simple Piping Systems
Minor Losses
Pipes in Parallel
Pumps and Piping Systems
Summary
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Problems

Flow over Immersed Bodies
Flow Past a Flat Plate
Flow Past Various Two-Dimensional Bodies
Flow Past Various Three-Dimensional Bodies
Applications to Ground Vehicles
Lift on Airfoils
Summary
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Problems

Flow in Open Channels
Types of Open-Channel Flows
Open-Channel Geometry Factors
Energy Considerations in Open-Channel Flows
Critical Flow Calculations
Equations for Uniform Open-Channel Flows
Hydraulically Optimum Cross Section
Nonuniform Open-Channel Flow
Summary
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Problems

Compressible Flow
Sonic Velocity and Mach Number
Stagnation Properties and Isentropic Flow
Flow through a Channel of Varying Area
Normal Shock Waves
Compressible Flow with Friction
Compressible Flow with Heat Transfer
Summary
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Problems

Turbomachinery
Equations of Turbomachinery
Axial-Flow Turbines
Axial-Flow Compressors, Pumps, and Fans
Radial-Flow Turbines
Radial-Flow Compressors and Pumps
Power-Absorbing versus Power-Producing Machines
Dimensional Analysis of Turbomachinery
Performance Characteristics of Centrifugal Pumps
Performance Characteristics of Hydraulic Turbines
Impulse Turbine (Pelton Turbine)
Summary
Problems

Measurements in Fluid Mechanics
Measurement of Viscosity
Measurement of Static and Stagnation Pressures
Measurement of Velocity
Measurement of Flow Rates in Closed Conduits
Measurements in Open-Channel Flows
Summary
Problems

The Navier-Stokes Equations
Equations of Motion
Applications to Laminar Flow
Graphical Solution Methods for Unsteady Laminar Flow Problems
Introduction to Turbulent Flow
Summary
Problems

Inviscid Flow
Equations of Two-Dimensional Inviscid Flows
Stream Function and Velocity Potential
Irrotational Flow
Laplace’s Equation and Various Flow Fields
Combined Flows and Superpositions
Inviscid Flow Past an Airfoil
Summary
Problems

Boundary-Layer Flow
Laminar and Turbulent Boundary-Layer Flow
Equations of Motion for the Boundary Layer
Laminar Boundary-Layer Flow over a Flat Plate
Momentum Integral Equation
Momentum Integral Method for Laminar Flow over a Flat Plate
Momentum Integral Method for Turbulent Flow over a Flat Plate
Laminar and Turbulent Boundary-Layer Flow over a Flat Plate
Summary
Problems
Conversion Factors and Properties of Substances
Geometric Elements of Plane Areas
Pipe and Tube Specifications
Compressible Flow Tables
Miscellaneous
Bibliography