Fluid Mechanics Book - Summary
The book presents in an exhaustive, lucid, unified and a cohesive manner the basic concepts of (incompressible) fluid flow viz fluid properties, Fluid-statics, kinematics and dynamics, Dimensional considerations, Flow through pipes and reservoir problems (one, two and three), Transmission through pipe lines, siphons and nozzles, Flow measurement, Basic equations, Laminar flow, Boundary Layer analysis and Turbulent flow.
Emphasis has been laid on the application of the basic principles and concepts of Fluid Mechanics in solving fluid flow problems encountered by the field engineer and to the effect illustrative examples have been comprehensively introduced to enhance the readers understanding of the subject. Simple and concise level of presentation using S. I. units has been employed in the derivation of theoretical equations, solution of numerical problems and explanation of complex theories, principles and equations formulating the text.
About the Author
Frank M. White is Professor Emeritus of Mechanical and Ocean Engineering at the University of Rhode Island. He studied at Georgia Tech and M.I.T. In 1966 he helped found, at URI, the first department of ocean engineering in the country. Known primarily as a teacher and writer, he has received eight teaching awards and has written four textbooks on fluid mechanics and heat transfer.