An Introduction to Fluid Dynamics (Cambridge Mathematical Library) [Paperback]

G. K. Batchelor (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0521663962 | ISBN-13: 978-0521663960 | Publication Date: February 28, 2000

First published in 1967, Professor Batchelor's classic work is still one of the foremost texts on fluid dynamics. His careful presentation of the underlying theories of fluids is still timely and applicable, even in these days of almost limitless computer power. This reissue ensures that a new generation of graduate students experiences the elegance of Professor Batchelor's writing.

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'This book gives an excellent introduction to fluid dynamics ... many interesting and important photographs of fluid flows are included in order to help the students who do not have an opportunity of observing flow phenomena in a laboratory. The book also contains exercises at the end of each chapter. In comparison with many currently available books, I find this book by Batchelor especially stimulating and useful for students of applied mathematics and engineering.' L. Debnath, Zentralblatt MATH

' ... a must-read for a proper understanding of the subject ...' Resonance

Book Description

First published in 1967, Professor Batchelor's classic text on fluid dynamics is still one of the foremost texts in the subject. The careful presentation of the underlying theories of fluids is still timely and applicable, even in these days of almost limitless computer power. This re-issue should ensure that a new generation of graduate students see the elegance of Professor Batchelor's presentation.

Product Details

• Paperback: 660 pages
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press (February 28, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0521663962
• ISBN-13: 978-0521663960
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.1 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
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25 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Classic in Fluid mechanics, September 24, 2001

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Min Young Yi "tao" (Pohang, Korea(ROK)) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: An Introduction to Fluid Dynamics (Cambridge Mathematical Library) (Paperback)

G.K.Batchelor was regarded as the leading figure in fluid mechanics from 1950 ~ 2000. He was a founder of AMTP(Applied mathmatics and theoretical physics) group in Cambridge Univ. and also a founder of 'Jounal of Fluid Mechanics', a leading and top class journal in the field of fluid mechanics. Also was a favorite student of G.I.Taylor.

I think this volume is a bridge between the old classic(ex. H. Lamb's Hydrodynamics) and today's many texts for fluid mechanics somewhat biased to applications and computations.

It deals with all branches of fluid mechanics except Gas dynamics, free convection, lubrication theory, magnetohydrodynamics and hydrodynamics stability. The first three chapters summarise basic concepts in thermo & fluid mechanics and trasport phenomena. I think chapter 1,2,3 are very severe and deep. And there are collections of important photos of fluid phenomena.(You can also refer M. Van Dyke's 'An album of fluid motion)

Although the title is 'An introduction to...' it's not an introductory level, and the mathematics it deals are somewhat omitted. I think this text is an advance graduate level.

24 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Batchelor - Classic Fluid Mechanics Text, April 6, 2000

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This review is from: An Introduction to Fluid Dynamics (Cambridge Mathematical Library) (Paperback)

This classic text outlines the fundamental theory of fluid mechanics. It is an excellent source for careful and exhaustive derivations of the fundamental equations and physical discussions of basic problems. It is NOT a user's guide nor an introductory text.

11 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great "introduction" to those well-versed in the subject, March 15, 2003

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Walter Reade (Appleton, WI United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: An Introduction to Fluid Dynamics (Paperback)

If you get through this text, you are on your way to fluid dynamics mastery. It covers much more than most engineering students will need (or care to) know. It is an important text, but should be a complementary study aid.