Constantly in use since its first publication in 1879, this book is the definitive reference work for all fluid dynamicists. A Foreword by Professor Russel Caflisch highlights the prominence of this treatise in the field, and outlines its position in the historical development of fluid mechanics. Despite the pace of modern research and the advent of high-speed computers, Lamb's work remains a relevant, timeless classic.
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This reissue of the classic 1932 edition is an indication of this work's lasting value. Constantly in use since its publication in 1892, it has proved to be the definitive reference for all fluid dynamicists. A new foreword highlights the prominence of the publication in the field.
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The first edition of this book was issued, I believe, about a hundred years ago! Nowadays it is not the techniques of fluid dynamics that have changed but the computing power and methodology to solve these inherently complex problems. That said, this book is "The Classic" text on, what are termed, 'Potential Flow' problems. As such it is essential reading for anyone serious about the subject of Fluid Dynamics. After one has learned the fundamental techniches, covered in this book, the solving of these simplified fluid flow problems are simply delightful. The book provides a very good insight into the working of both analytical and computational fluid dynamics.
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The first edition of this book was published in 1879 when Sir Horace Lamb was a much younger person (he was serving as an officer in international associations in the 1920's). It remains a standard classic text in hydrodynamics, covering the fundamentals of the subject. The basic science has not changed, but solutions to problems have become much more advanced as some processes are better understood, and as computational methods become more advanced. The text covers the basic equations of motion, irrotational motion, fluid motion in two dimensions and problems in three dimensions, the motion of solids through a liquid, vortex motion, tidal waves, surface waves, waves of expansion, viscosity, and rotating fluids. It is recommended as a standard reference for hydrodynamics and physical oceanography.
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Classic fluid mechanics text,
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As noted by other reviewers, this is a classic fluid mechanics reference text, but not suitable for detailed explanations or beginners. It also suffers from the usual fluid mechanics problem of notation, and the notation in this book is a little dated. However, once you get used to the "short article" layout (vs chapters) and the notation, you will treasure and use this book a long time.
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THE following investigations proceed on the assumption that the matter with which we deal may be treated as practically continuous and homogeneous in structure; i.e. we assume that the properties of the smallest portions into which we can conceive it to be divided are the same as those of the substance in bulk. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
liquid ellipsoid, uniform canal, infinitely small motions, slowest oscillation, irrotational motion, circuit embracing, fixed circular cylinder, permanent translation, equidistant values, homogeneous quadratic function, gravest mode, circulation round, liquid globe, extraneous forces, unit breadth, longitudinal nodes, impulsive pressures, travelling disturbance, secular stability, solid harmonic, varied motion, two similar equations, convective equilibrium, nodal circles, undisturbed level Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Bessel's Functions, Lord Kelvin, Natural Philosophy, First Class, Bessel Functions, Motion of Solids, Harmonic Analysis, Comptes Rendus, Aeronautical Research Committee, Analytical Dynamics, Higher Mechanics, Rotating Masses of Liquid, Scientific Papers, Scott Russell, Advanced Rigid Dynamics, Zur Theorie, Adams Prize Essay, Cambridge Tracts, Cylindrical Harmonics, Finite Canal, Gesammelte Werke, Infinite Liquid, Modern Analysis, Perforated Solid, Recent Researches New!
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THE following investigations proceed on the assumption that the matter with which we deal may be treated as practically continuous and homogeneous in structure; i.e. we assume that the properties of the smallest portions into which we can conceive it to be divided are the same as those of the substance in bulk. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
liquid ellipsoid, uniform canal, infinitely small motions, slowest oscillation, irrotational motion, circuit embracing, fixed circular cylinder, permanent translation, equidistant values, homogeneous quadratic function, gravest mode, circulation round, liquid globe, extraneous forces, unit breadth, longitudinal nodes, impulsive pressures, travelling disturbance, secular stability, solid harmonic, varied motion, two similar equations, convective equilibrium, nodal circles, undisturbed level Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Bessel's Functions, Lord Kelvin, Natural Philosophy, First Class, Bessel Functions, Motion of Solids, Harmonic Analysis, Comptes Rendus, Aeronautical Research Committee, Analytical Dynamics, Higher Mechanics, Rotating Masses of Liquid, Scientific Papers, Scott Russell, Advanced Rigid Dynamics, Zur Theorie, Adams Prize Essay, Cambridge Tracts, Cylindrical Harmonics, Finite Canal, Gesammelte Werke, Infinite Liquid, Modern Analysis, Perforated Solid, Recent Researches New!
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- The Differential and Integral Calculus Part 1 by Augustus De Morgan on page 296, and page 403
- Electrical Papers by Oliver Heaviside on page 210, and page 299
- The Dynamical Theory of Sound (Dover Phoenix Editions) by Horace Lamb in Front Matter
- Atmospheric Tides by S. Chapman on page 561
- Pure Mathematics 3 & 4 (Advanced Modular Mathematics) (v. 3 & 4) by Graham Smithers in Front Matter
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