What Are the Best Resources to Understand Fluid Mechanics?

In summary: It's a fundamental principle in fluid mechanics and can help you understand pressure and flow rate. You can then move on to Bernoulli's equation, which relates the pressure and velocity of a fluid in motion. From there, you can explore different applications and examples to solidify your understanding. Additionally, Wikipedia is a good resource for more in-depth explanations and examples. In summary, understanding fluids involves concepts like Bernoulli's equation, pressure, and flow rate, and can be aided by starting with fundamental principles like Pascal's Law and utilizing resources like Wikipedia.
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Does anyone have any links that can explain everything that has to do with fluids...

Such as:

Bernoulli's equation
Pressure
Flow rate
..etc

Any help would be appreciated, i just can't seem to grasp this concept
 
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Well, I guess that really depends on what you're having trouble with. Wikipedia has always been a good starting point for me, but we'd really need to know more about where your understanding is currently for us to be able to help.
 
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Bernoullis

FireStorm000 said:
Well, I guess that really depends on what you're having trouble with. Wikipedia has always been a good starting point for me, but we'd really need to know more about where your understanding is currently for us to be able to help.

Im mostly having trouble finding different pressures for example like in a tube filled with mercury and water... and also finding flow rates. I am pretty sure this is with Bernoulli's equation
 
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kckent34 said:
Does anyone have any links that can explain everything that has to do with fluids...

Such as:

Bernoulli's equation
Pressure
Flow rate
..etc

Any help would be appreciated, i just can't seem to grasp this concept

That's a very vague question and your subsequent answers don't really say much about what you are actually struggling with. You could spend a lifetime trying to learn everything about fluids.

Anyway, based on what little you've said, I would suggest starting with Pascal's Law.
 
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I understand that fluid mechanics can be a complex subject to grasp. Fortunately, there are many resources available to help explain the various concepts related to fluids. Here are a few links that I would recommend for gaining a better understanding of Bernoulli's equation, pressure, and flow rate:

1. The Engineering Toolbox: This website offers a comprehensive explanation of Bernoulli's equation, including its derivation and applications in various fields. It also includes interactive calculators and examples to help with understanding.

2. Khan Academy: This educational platform has a series of videos and practice exercises on fluid mechanics, including topics such as pressure, flow rate, and Bernoulli's equation. The videos are easy to follow and provide clear explanations.

3. MIT OpenCourseWare: This online resource offers free course materials from MIT, including lectures and notes on fluid mechanics. The course covers topics such as fluid statics, Bernoulli's equation, and flow rate, among others.

In addition to these resources, I would also recommend consulting textbooks and academic articles on fluid mechanics for a more in-depth understanding. It may also be helpful to seek out a tutor or attend a workshop on the subject if you are still struggling to grasp the concepts. Keep in mind that fluid mechanics is a fundamental concept in many fields of science and engineering, so investing time and effort in understanding it will greatly benefit your future studies. Best of luck in your learning journey.
 

Related to What Are the Best Resources to Understand Fluid Mechanics?

1) What is fluid mechanics?

Fluid mechanics is a branch of physics that studies the behavior and properties of fluids, including liquids, gases, and plasmas. It involves the study of how fluids move, the forces acting on them, and the effects of these forces on their behavior.

2) What are some common applications of fluid mechanics?

Fluid mechanics has many practical applications, including designing aircrafts and cars, predicting weather patterns, developing medical devices such as ventilators, and analyzing the flow of blood in the human body. It is also used in industries such as oil and gas, aerospace, and marine engineering.

3) What are some important principles in fluid mechanics?

Some important principles in fluid mechanics include Bernoulli's principle, which describes the relationship between fluid speed and pressure, and the continuity equation, which states that the volume of fluid entering a system must equal the volume leaving the system. Other principles include Newton's laws of motion and the conservation of mass, momentum, and energy.

4) What are some resources for learning about fluid mechanics?

There are many resources available for learning about fluid mechanics, including textbooks, online courses, and academic journals. Some popular textbooks include "Fluid Mechanics" by Frank White and "Introduction to Fluid Mechanics" by Bruce Munson, and universities such as MIT and Stanford offer free online courses on the subject.

5) How is fluid mechanics used in the real world?

Fluid mechanics is used in a wide range of real-world applications, including designing efficient transportation systems, predicting and preventing natural disasters such as floods and hurricanes, and developing medical treatments for cardiovascular diseases. It is also used in industries such as aerospace, automotive, and oil and gas to optimize the performance of machines and systems.

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