Fluid mechanics text that has the physics (or is it math) in it

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the search for fluid mechanics textbooks that effectively integrate physics and problem-solving, particularly in the context of a course using Kundu and Cohen's book. Participants express concerns about the lack of examples and solved problems in the recommended text and seek alternatives that are more suitable for physicists.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Homework-related
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses dissatisfaction with Kundu and Cohen's book due to its isolated derivations and lack of examples, leading to confusion with exercises.
  • Another participant inquires about the availability of books with solved problems and considers purchasing Schaum's Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics based on positive reviews.
  • A third participant mentions a '2500 solved problems' series and suggests that while Schaum's outline is helpful, not all questions are relevant to their course, as some pertain to engineering topics.
  • James Lighthill's 'Informal Introduction to Fluid Mechanics' is mentioned as a useful resource by one participant.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the inadequacies of Kundu and Cohen's book regarding examples and problem-solving. However, there are multiple competing views on which alternative texts may be more suitable, and the discussion remains unresolved regarding the best options.

Contextual Notes

Participants note that some suggested resources may contain content primarily relevant to engineering rather than physics, indicating a potential limitation in finding appropriate materials.

Who May Find This Useful

Students and educators in fluid mechanics, particularly those seeking textbooks that balance theoretical physics with practical problem-solving examples.

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Hi,

I'm taking a Fluid Mechanics course. The lecturer is very closely (letter to letter) following the book by Kundu and Cohen (https://www.amazon.com/dp/0123737354/?tag=pfamazon01-20).

I think K&C has a bunch of isolated derivations with no examples or solved problems. The 'examples' they do have are just a part of the text and when I get to the exercises I'm totally flabbergasted..

I was wondering if there were any other better books meant for physicists? Engineering books apparently don't even deal with tensors but are just as thick..

TIA!
Sai
 
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Now it is my turn to take fluid mechanics and we use Kundu/Cohen. Did you find any books with solved problems?

I am thinking about buying Schaums Fluid mechanics and hydraulics. The people on amazon.com gives it good reviews, but do the two books fit?
 
Well there was this '2500 solved problems' series book. The Schuam's outline is quite nice too. I just used them from the library. Only some questions are relevant to us. The rest are engineering stuff. Also James Lighthill's 'Informal Introduction to Fluid Mechanics' helped..
 
Thanks
 

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