{"product_id":"fundamental-mechanics-of-fluids-i-g-currie-9781439874608","title":"Fundamental Mechanics of Fluids","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFundamental Mechanics of Fluids, Fourth Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e addresses the need for an introductory text that focuses on the basics of fluid mechanics--before concentrating on specialized areas such as ideal-fluid flow and boundary-layer theory. Filling that void for both students and professionals working in different branches of engineering, this versatile instructional resource comprises five flexible, self-contained sections: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eGoverning Equations\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e deals with the derivation of the basic conservation laws, flow kinematics, and some basic theorems of fluid mechanics. \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal-Fluid Flow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e covers two- and three-dimensional potential flows and surface waves. \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViscous Flows of Incompressible Fluids\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e discusses exact solutions, low-Reynolds-number approximations, boundary-layer theory, and buoyancy-driven flows. \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompressible Flow of Inviscid Fluids\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e addresses shockwaves as well as one- and multidimensional flows. \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethods of Mathematical Analysis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e summarizes some commonly used analysis techniques. Additional appendices offer a synopsis of vectors, tensors, Fourier series, thermodynamics, and the governing equations in the common coordinate systems.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book identifies the phenomena associated with the various properties of compressible, viscous fluids in unsteady, three-dimensional flow situations. It provides techniques for solving specific types of fluid-flow problems, and it covers the derivation of the basic equations governing the laminar flow of Newtonian fluids, first assessing general situations and then shifting focus to more specific scenarios. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe author illustrates the process of finding solutions to the governing equations. In the process, he reveals both the mathematical methodology and physical phenomena involved in each category of flow situation, which include ideal, viscous, and compressible fluids. This categorization enables a clear explanation of the different solution methods and the basis for the various physical consequences of fluid properties and flow characteristics. Armed with this new understanding, readers can then apply the appropriate equation results to deal with the particular circumstances of their own work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e I. G. Currie\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1439874603\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781439874608\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e CRC Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 08\/01\/2012\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 604\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.15lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.30h x 6.50w x 1.30d","brand":"I. G. Currie","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":44066175189247,"sku":"9781439874608","price":170.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_8a9950ec-9c35-4037-b314-cbb469704b4b.jpg?v=1685405735","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/fundamental-mechanics-of-fluids-i-g-currie-9781439874608","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}