Fundamentals of Gas Dynamics [Hardcover]

Robert D. Zucker (Author), Oscar Biblarz (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0471059676 | ISBN-13: 978-0471059677 | Publication Date: July 15, 2002 | Edition: 2

Provides all necessary equations, tables, and charts as well as self tests.

• Included chapters cover reaction propulsion systems and real gas effects.
• Written and organized in a manner that makes it accessible for self learning.

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From the Back Cover

The primary aspects of gas dynamics, meticulously covered and easy to understand

Fundamentals of Gas Dynamics provides the essential applications and problem-solving techniques used in gas dynamics. Written in an accessible but rigorous style, this book includes all the equations, tables, and charts necessary to approach the problems and exercises in each chapter. Temperature-entropy diagrams and the role of entropy are highlighted throughout to make this elusive property more understandable and useful.

New to this Second Edition is a chapter covering real gas behavior. The information in this chapter provides a valuable bridge between the conventional types of lower-temperature applications and propulsion applications, both covered elsewhere in this book. Included in this new chapter on real gas behavior is a simplified technique for solving problems where the ratio of the heat capacities varies appreciably, as well as discussions and examples comparing this technique to more exact methods.

Unique coverage also includes:
* Updated information on propulsion applications and new engine photographs
* Key parameter variations plotted as a function of Mach number
* Updated material and appendixes on conical shocks
* Appendixes containing information to treat air as a real gas
* Enhanced gas property tabular entries that are given in both English Engineering and SI units
* Alternatives to using tabular information in calculations

Fundamentals of Gas Dynamics, Second Edition is an indispensable book for students in mechanical, aerospace, and chemical engineering courses, as well as aerospace engineers.

About the Author

ROBERT D. ZUCKER, PhD, is Professor Emeritus of Aeronautics and Astronautics at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, California.

OSCAR BIBLARZ, PhD, is Professor of Aeronautics and Astronautics at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, California. He is coauthor (with George Sutton) of Rocket Propulsion Elements, published by Wiley.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 512 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 2 edition (July 15, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0471059676
• ISBN-13: 978-0471059677
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.5 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #496,165 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars One of the Best Physics/Engineering Books, Ever, April 15, 2011

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This review is from: Fundamentals of Gas Dynamics (Hardcover)

I took a class in compressible fluid flow, that used this book. The book is one of the best resources for introductory compressible flow, let alone one of the best textbooks to learn from period. From the basics that comprise the beginning chapters, to an introduction to the speed of sound, shock waves, diffusers and nozzles, and ending with frictional and heated pipe flow, the amount of information presented and the manner of presentation makes this book an invaluable asset in any physics or engineering science. All chapter problems have very good and easy-to-follow examples, and the answers in the back of the book help check your application of the theory presented. There are also tables that are built from the theory presented in each chapter, as well as properties of some common gasses that can be used for preliminary calculations of an experiment. All in all, if you are interested in any subject relating to rockets, Jet aircraft, or turbine engines, this books for you!

4.0 out of 5 stars Fundamentals of Gas Dynamics, February 15, 2008

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This review is from: Fundamentals of Gas Dynamics (Hardcover)

An excellent book covering compressible flow for anyone with a basic knowledge of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics.Fundamentals of Gas Dynamics