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An Introduction to Fluid Mechanics

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  • Provides a systematic introduction to the mathematical theory of fluid motions
  • Contains step-by-step solution procedures for selected illustrative examples to enhance the study efficiency
  • Includes a brief historical introduction of the development of fluid mechanics
  • Contains a power point presentation for teaching purpose as well as solution matieral

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Table of contents (12 chapters)

  1. Front Matter

    Pages i-xix
  2. Mathematical Prerequisites

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    Pages 1-30
  3. Fundamental Concepts

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    Pages 31-57
  4. Hydrostatics

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    Pages 59-82
  5. Flow Kinematics

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    Pages 83-90
  6. Balance Equations

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    Pages 91-150
  7. Ideal-Fluid Flows

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    Pages 181-271
  8. Incompressible Viscous Flows

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    Pages 273-377
  9. Compressible Inviscid Flows

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    Pages 379-436
  10. Open-Channel Flows

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    Pages 437-453
  11. Essentials of Thermodynamics

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    Pages 455-541
  12. Granular Flows

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    Pages 543-595
  13. Back Matter

    Pages 597-643

About this book

This textbook provides a concise introduction to the mathematical theory of fluid motion with the underlying physics. Different branches of fluid mechanics are developed from general to specific topics. At the end of each chapter carefully designed problems are assigned as homework, for which selected fully worked-out solutions are provided. This book can be used for self-study, as well as in conjunction with a course in fluid mechanics.

Authors and Affiliations

  • Department of Civil Engineering, National Cheng Kung University, Tainan, Taiwan

    Chung Fang

About the author

Chung Fang is working at the Department of Civil Engineering at the National Cheng Kung University in Taiwan. His research interests cover fundamentals in granular, soft and rheological matter its applications. He teaches fluid mechanics for more than a decade. 

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eBook USD 89.00
Price excludes VAT (USA)
  • Available as EPUB and PDF
  • Read on any device
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  • Own it forever
Hardcover Book USD 119.99
Price excludes VAT (USA)
  • Durable hardcover edition
  • Dispatched in 3 to 5 business days
  • Free shipping worldwide - see info

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