Is there a book(source) wich describes fluid mechanics from n-s equations?

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The discussion centers on finding a comprehensive book that explains fluid mechanics starting from the Navier-Stokes equations and progresses through specific cases using deductive reasoning. The original poster expresses confusion over existing resources that present simplified cases without a clear overarching framework. Recommendations include books on continuum mechanics, specifically mentioning works by Spencer, Lai, and Malvern. The poster has found Lai's "Introduction to Continuum Mechanics" online and plans to study it closely. A structured approach to understanding fluid mechanics is emphasized as essential for clarity.
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¿Is there a book(source) which describes fluid mechanics from n-s equations?

I mean that when i start to read a book on fluid mechanics I can see particular cases of compresible, incompresible, viscous... with easier equations than the navier stokes, but it is very confusing to me because I don't see a general picture of the situation.

I search for a book that begins with navier stokes equations and then, using the corresponding approximations, explains the particular cases, using deductive reasoning, non inductive.

¿Where can I find this?. A general picture of fluid mechanics would help a lot.

Thanks.
 
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The NS system of equations is nothing more than conservation of momentum (or F= dp/dt).

Any decent book on continuum mechanics will have a good discussion; Dover has a book by Spencer, there are also books by Lai and Malvern. Get thee to your library and see what's there.
 


Thanks for the answer Andy Resnick, I have found the book of Lai "Introduction to continuum mechanics" for free on the net, I will study it very carefully, I have a thorn to this topic.
 
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