Computational Methods for Astrophysical Fluid Flow: Lecture Notes 1997 Swiss Society for Astrophysics and Astronomy (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9783540644484)

This book leads directly to the most modern numerical techniques for compressible fluid flow, with special consideration given to astrophysical applications. Emphasis is put on high-resolution shock-capturing finite-volume schemes based on Riemann solvers. The applications of such schemes, in particular the PPM method, are given and include large-scale simulations of supernova explosions by core collapse and thermonuclear burning and astrophysical jets. Parts two and three treat radiation hydrodynamics. The power of adaptive (moving) grids is demonstrated with a number of stellar-physical simulations showing very crispy shock-front structures.

Author: Randall J. Leveque, Dimitri Mihalas
ISBN-10: 3540644482
ISBN-13: 9783540644484
Publisher: Springer
Language: English
Published: 08/19/1998
Pages: 510
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.85lbs
Size: 9.20h x 6.10w x 1.20d