Looking for a Comprehensive Fluid Mechanics Textbook?

In summary, fluid mechanics is a branch of physics that studies the behavior of fluids, including liquids and gases, and the forces acting on them. A fluid mechanics textbook typically covers topics such as fluid properties, fluid statics, fluid dynamics, Bernoulli's principle, conservation of mass and energy, flow equations, and applications in various fields. Real-world applications of fluid mechanics include design of vehicles and structures, energy production, and weather and ocean studies. Important mathematical concepts used in fluid mechanics include calculus, differential equations, and vector calculus. There are also laws and principles, such as Pascal's law, Archimedes' principle, and the laws of conservation, that govern fluid mechanics and help us understand its behavior.
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Hi! I'm looking for a somehow "serious" textbook about fluidmechanics, something like the book by Kundu-Cohen...a book talking about it without by-passing the math involved (tensor analysis) like many books do! Thanks
 
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Shapiro is the standard in the engineering world. Multiple books are written for the physicist, L&L comes to mind, so does Lamb.
 

What is fluid mechanics?

Fluid mechanics is a branch of physics that studies the behavior of fluids, which include liquids and gases, and the forces acting on them. It deals with the principles of fluid motion and how fluids interact with their surroundings.

What topics are typically covered in a fluid mechanics textbook?

A fluid mechanics textbook usually covers topics such as fluid properties, fluid statics, fluid dynamics, Bernoulli's principle, conservation of mass and energy, flow equations, and applications of fluid mechanics in various fields.

What are some real-world applications of fluid mechanics?

Fluid mechanics has many practical applications in our daily lives, such as in the design of airplanes, cars, and ships, in the production of energy through hydroelectric power plants, and in the study of weather patterns and ocean currents.

What mathematical concepts are important in fluid mechanics?

Fluid mechanics involves the use of various mathematical concepts, such as calculus, differential equations, and vector calculus. These are used to describe the motion of fluids and to solve complex fluid flow problems.

Are there any laws or principles that govern fluid mechanics?

Yes, there are several laws and principles that govern fluid mechanics, including Pascal's law, Archimedes' principle, Bernoulli's principle, and the laws of conservation of mass and energy. These laws and principles help us understand and predict the behavior of fluids in different situations.

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