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Introduction to Fluid Mechanics

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ISBN-10: 1420085247

ISBN-13: 9781420085242

Edition: 4th 2009 (Revised)

Authors: William S. Janna

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A classic bestseller, this text is written for engineering majors taking their first course in fluids. Updated to include new advances and relevant examples, the text starts with the concepts of fluid statics, and moves on to the control / volume approach of determining flow. Noted for its careful explanation of topics and use of step-by-step examples, this text helps those new to fluid mechanics make sense of its concepts and calculations. Applications areas are emphasized, with extensive resources included for design problems involving piping and tubing. Separate problem sections now stress computer usage, and design project work. A complete Solutions Manual is available with course…    
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Book details

List price: $154.95
Edition: 4th
Copyright year: 2009
Publisher: CRC Press LLC
Publication date: 11/3/2009
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 738
Size: 7.00" wide x 10.00" long x 1.75" tall
Weight: 3.146
Language: English

Preface
Acknowledgments
Introduction to Fluid Mechanics
Author
Fundamental Concepts
Definition of a Fluid
Dimensions and Units
Properties of Fluids
Viscosity
Time-Independent Fluids
Time-Dependent Fluids
Viscoelastic Fluids
Pressure
Density
Kinematic Viscosity
Surface Tension
Specific Heat
Internal Energy
Enthalpy
Compressibility Factor/Bulk Modulus
Ideal Gas Law
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
Problems
Basic Equations of Fluid Mechanics
Kinematics of Flow
Control Volume Approach
Continuity Equation
Momentum Equation
Linear Momentum Equation
Angular Momentum Equation
Energy Equation
Bernoulli's Equation
Summary
Problems
Dimensional Analysis and Dynamic Similitude
Dimensional Homogeneity and Analysis
Rayleigh Method
Buckingham Pi Method
Dimensionless Ratios
Flow in a Pipe or Conduit
Flow over Immersed Bodies
Open-Channel Flow
Unbounded Flows
Dimensional Analysis by Inspection
Similitude
Geometric Similarity
Dynamic Similarity
Modeling
Correlation of Experimental Data
Summary
Problems
Flow in Closed Conduits
Laminar and Turbulent Flow
Effect of Viscosity
Entrance Effects
Pipe Dimensions and Specifications
Equivalent Diameters for Noncircular Ducts
Equation of Motion
The Friction Factor and Pipe Roughness
Flow through Pipes of Noncircular Cross Sections
Flow through an Annulus
Miscellaneous Geometries
Simple Piping Systems
Minor Losses
Forces Exerted on Fittings by Moving Fluids
Pipes in Parallel
Pumps and Piping Systems
Summary
Boundary-Layer Growth and Separation
Boundary-Layer Growth
Separation
Drag on Various Two-Dimensional Bodies
Drag on Various Three-Dimensional Bodies
Applications to Ground Vehicles
Bicycle-Rider Combinations
Automobiles
Tractor-Trailer Trucks
Lift on Airfoils
Summary
Problems
Flow in Open Channels
Types of Open-Channel Flows
Open-Channel Geometry Factors
Energy Considerations in Open-Channel Flows
Flow under a Sluice Gate
Flow through a Venturi Flume
Critical Flow Calculations
Equations for Uniform Open-Channel Flows
Laminar Open-Channel Flow
Reynolds Number and Transition
Turbulent Open-Channel Flow
Hydraulically Optimum Cross Section
Nonuniform Open-Channel Flow
Gradually Varied Flow
Rapidly Varied Flow
Summary
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
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
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
Flow in a Circular Duct
Flow down an Inclined Plane
Flow through a Straight Channel
Plane Couette Flow
Flow between Two Rotating Concentric Cylinders
Graphical Solution Methods for Unsteady Laminar Flow Problems
Suddenly Accelerated Flat Plate
Unsteady Plane Couette Flow
Unsteady Flow between Concentric Circular Cylinders
Unsteady Flow in a Plane Channel (Start-Up Flow)
Introduction to Turbulent Flow
Summary
Problems
Inviscid Flow
Equations of Two-Dimensional Inviscid Flows
Continuity Equation
Momentum Equation
Stream Function and Velocity Potential
Irrotational Flow
Laplace's Equation and Various Flow Fields
Uniform Flow
Source Flow
Sink Flow
Irrotational Vortex Flow
Combined Flows and Superpositions
Flow about a Half-Body
Source and Sink of Equal Strengths
Flow about a Doublet
Flow about a Rankine Body
Flow about a Circular Cylinder
Flow about a Circular Cylinder with Circulation
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
Appendices
Bibliography
Answers to Selected Problems
Index