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Introduction to Fluid Mechanics
Author(s): Y. Nakayama (Author)
- Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann
- Publication Date: 31 Dec. 1998
- Edition: First Edition
- Language: English
- Print length: 320 pages
- ISBN-10: 0340676493
- ISBN-13: 9780340676493
Book Description
Fluid mechanics is often seen as the most difficult core subject encountered by engineering students. The problem stems from the necessity to visualise complex flow patterns and fluid behaviour modelled by high level mathematics. This text overcomes this difficulty by introducing the concepts through everyday examples, before moving on to the more involved mathematics. The various theories of flow have been correlated with real phenomena and, combined with numerous figures and photographs, help the reader place the subject in context. Examples from a broad range of engineering disciplines are included making this textbook suitable for all engineers studying fluid systems as part of their degree. ‘Introduction to Fluid Mechanics’ is translated from the best-selling Japanese book by Professor Yasuki Nakayama, and adapted for the international market by Professor Robert Boucher.
Editorial Reviews
Review
“Their writing style is informal, the material is easily accessible and studiously avoids excessive mathematical detail…the book is richly illustrated with line drawings…14 beautiful colour plates…Professor Nakayama is one of the world’s leading authorities in flow visualisation.” –Flow Measurement and Instrumentation
About the Author
Yasuki Nakayama was an internationally influential and respected expert in both mechanical engineering and visualization. During his career he held posts in Japan including President of the Future Technology Research Institute, Professor of fluid mechanics and visualization at Tokai University, and at the National Railway Research Institute. He was also a Visiting Professor at Southampton University, President of the Visualization Society of Japan, and Director of the Japan Society of Mechanical Engineering. He published over 180 research papers and more than 10 books, was a cofounder of the Journal of Visualization, and his research earned him many awards and distinctions including the Medal with Purple Ribbon from the Emperor of Japan. He sadly passed away in 2016 before this book was published.
