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Further Developments in Turbulence Management (Hardcover): K.Krishna Prasad Further Developments in Turbulence Management (Hardcover)
K.Krishna Prasad
R2,489 Discovery Miles 24 890 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

1. Bursting and Structure of the Turbulence in an Internal Flow Manipulated by Riblets; S. Tardu, T.V. Truong, B. Tanguay. 2. On Near-Wall Turbulence-Generating Events in a Turbulent Boundary Layer on a Riblet Surface; Y.P. Tang, D.G. Clark. 3. Friction Velocity and Virtual Origin Estimates for Mean Velocity Profiles above Smooth and Triangular Riblet Surfaces; A.D. Schwarz-van Manen, A.F.M. van Geloven, J. Nieuwenhuizen, J.C. Stouthart, K.K. Prasad, F.T.M. Nieuwstadt. 4. Viscous Sublayers Analysis of Riblets and Wire Arrays; P. Luchini. 5. Riblet Flow Calculations with a Low Reynolds Number K - epsilon model; L. Djenidi, R.A. Antonia. 6. On the Prediction of Riblet Performance with Engineering Turbulence Models; B.E. Launder, S.P. Li. 7. Modelling the Time Dependent Flow over the Viscous Wall Region; S. Tullis, A. Pollard. 8. Possibility of Drag Reduction using d-Type Roughness; K.S. Choi, N. Fujisawa. 9. The Drag of Three-Dimensional Rectangualr Cavities; E. Savory, N. Toy, P.J. Disimile, R.G. DiMicco. 10. Turbulence Structure of Dilute Polymer and Surfactant Solutions in Artificially Roughened Pipes; H.-W. Bewersdorff, H. Thiel. 11. Effect of External Manipulators on the Heat Transfer on a Flat Plate Turbulent Boundary Layer; A. Hamdouni, J.P. Bonnet.

Convective Heat Transfer - Mathematical and Computational Modelling of Viscous Fluids and Porous Media (Hardcover, 1st ed): I.... Convective Heat Transfer - Mathematical and Computational Modelling of Viscous Fluids and Porous Media (Hardcover, 1st ed)
I. Pop, Derek B. Ingham
R7,315 Discovery Miles 73 150 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Interest in studying the phenomena of convective heat and mass transfer between an ambient fluid and a body which is immersed in it stems both from fundamental considerations, such as the development of better insights into the nature of the underlying physical processes which take place, and from practical considerations, such as the fact that these idealised configurations serve as a launching pad for
modelling the analogous transfer processes in more realistic physical systems. Such idealised geometries also provide a test ground for checking the validity of theoretical
analyses. Consequently, an immense research effort has been expended in exploring and understanding the convective heat and mass transfer processes between a fluid and submerged objects of various shapes. Among several geometries which have received considerable attention are plates, circular and elliptical cylinders, and spheres, although much information is also available for some other bodies, such as
corrugated surfaces or bodies of relatively complicated shapes.
The book is a unified progress report which captures the spirit of the work in progress in boundary-layer heat transfer research and also identifies potential difficulties and areas for further study. In addition, this work provides new material on convective heat and mass transfer, as well as a fresh look at basic methods in heat transfer. Extensive references are included in order to stimulate further studies of the problems considered. A state-of-the-art picture of boundary-layer heat transfer today is presented by listing and commenting also upon the most recent successful efforts and identifying the needs for further research.

Vehicle Suspension Systems and Electromagnetic Dampers (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2018): Saad Kashem, Romesh Nagarajah, Mehran Ektesabi Vehicle Suspension Systems and Electromagnetic Dampers (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2018)
Saad Kashem, Romesh Nagarajah, Mehran Ektesabi
R4,711 Discovery Miles 47 110 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book describes the development of a new analytical, full-vehicle model with nine degrees of freedom, which uses the new modified skyhook strategy (SKDT) to control the full-vehicle vibration problem. The book addresses the incorporation of road bank angle to create a zero steady-state torque requirement when designing the direct tilt control and the dynamic model of the full car model. It also highlights the potential of the SKDT suspension system to improve cornering performance and paves the way for future work on the vehicle's integrated chassis control system. Active tilting technology to improve vehicle cornering is the focus of numerous ongoing research projects, but these don't consider the effect of road bank angle in the control system design or in the dynamic model of the tilting standard passenger vehicles. The non-incorporation of road bank angle creates a non-zero steady state torque requirement.

Spectral/hp Element Methods for Computational Fluid Dynamics - Second Edition (Hardcover, 2nd Revised edition): George... Spectral/hp Element Methods for Computational Fluid Dynamics - Second Edition (Hardcover, 2nd Revised edition)
George Karniadakis, Spencer Sherwin
R4,899 Discovery Miles 48 990 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Spectral methods have long been popular in direct and large eddy simulation of turbulent flows, but their use in areas with complex-geometry computational domains has historically been much more limited. More recently the need to find accurate solutions to the viscous flow equations around complex configurations has led to the development of high-order discretization procedures on unstructured meshes, which are also recognized as more efficient for solution of time-dependent oscillatory solutions over long time periods. Here Karniadakis and Sherwin present a much-updated and expanded version of their successful first edition covering the recent and significant progress in multi-domain spectral methods at both the fundamental and application level. Containing over 50% new material, including discontinuous Galerkin methods, non-tensorial nodal spectral element methods in simplex domains, and stabilization and filtering techniques, this text aims to introduce a wider audience to the use of spectral/hp element methods with particular emphasis on their application to unstructured meshes. It provides a detailed explanation of the key concepts underlying the methods along with practical examples of their derivation and application, and is aimed at students, academics and practitioners in computational fluid mechanics, applied and numerical mathematics, computational mechanics, aerospace and mechanical engineering and climate/ocean modelling.

Study of Quark Gluon Plasma By Particle Correlations in Heavy Ion Collisions (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2016): Li Yi Study of Quark Gluon Plasma By Particle Correlations in Heavy Ion Collisions (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2016)
Li Yi
R2,873 Discovery Miles 28 730 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This thesis covers several important topics relevant to our understanding of quark-gluon plasma. It describes measurement of the third-order harmonic flow using two-particle correlations and isolation of flow and non-flow contributions to particle correlations in gold-gold collisions. The work also investigates long-range longitudinal correlations in small systems of deuteron-gold collisions. The former is related to the hydrodynamic transport properties of the quark-gluon plasma created in gold-gold collisions. The latter pertains to the question whether hydrodynamics is applicable to small systems, such as deuteron-gold collisions, and whether the quark-gluon plasma can be formed in those small-system collisions. The work presented in this thesis was conducted with the STAR experiment at the Relativistic Heavy Ion Collider at Brookhaven National Laboratory, where the center-of-mass energy of both collision systems was a factor of 100 larger than the rest mass of the colliding nuclei. The results contained in this thesis are highly relevant to our quest for deeper understanding of quantum chromodynamics. The results obtained challenge the interpretation of previous works from several other experiments on small systems, and provoke a fresh look at the physics of hydrodynamics and particle correlations pertinent to high energy nuclear collisions.

Microchannel Flow Dynamics and Heat Transfer of Near-Critical Fluid (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2017): Lin Chen Microchannel Flow Dynamics and Heat Transfer of Near-Critical Fluid (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2017)
Lin Chen
R3,340 Discovery Miles 33 400 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book discusses basic thermodynamic behaviors and 'abnormal' properties from a thermo-physical perspective, and explores basic heat transfer and flow properties, the latest findings on their physical aspects and indications, chemical engineering properties, microscale phenomena, as well as transient behaviors in fast and critical environments. It also presents the most and challenging problems and the outlook for applications and innovations of supercritical fluids.

Multiphase Flow Dynamics 1 - Fundamentals (Hardcover, 5th ed. 2015): Nikolay Ivanov Kolev Multiphase Flow Dynamics 1 - Fundamentals (Hardcover, 5th ed. 2015)
Nikolay Ivanov Kolev
R5,861 Discovery Miles 58 610 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

In its fifth extended edition the successful monograph package "Multiphase Flow Dynamics" contains theory, methods and practical experience for describing complex transient multi-phase processes in arbitrary geometrical configurations, providing a systematic presentation of the theory and practice of numerical multi-phase fluid dynamics. In the present first volume the local volume and time averaging is used to derive a complete set of conservation equations for three fluids each of them having multi components as constituents. Large parts of the book are devoted on the design of successful numerical methods for solving the obtained system of partial differential equations. Finally the analysis is repeated for boundary fitted curvilinear coordinate systems designing methods applicable for interconnected multi-blocks. This fifth edition includes various updates, extensions, improvements and corrections, as well as a completely new chapter containing the basic physics describing the multi-phase flow in turbines, compressors, pumps and other rotating hydraulic machines.

Satellite Formation Flying - Relative Dynamics, Formation Design, Fuel Optimal Maneuvers and Formation Maintenance (Hardcover,... Satellite Formation Flying - Relative Dynamics, Formation Design, Fuel Optimal Maneuvers and Formation Maintenance (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2017)
Danwei Wang, Baolin Wu, Eng Kee Poh
R4,368 Discovery Miles 43 680 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book systematically describes the concepts and principles for multi-satellite relative motion, passive and near passive formation designs, trajectory planning and control for fuel optimal formation maneuvers, and formation flying maintenance control design. As such, it provides a sound foundation for researchers and engineers in this field to develop further theories and pursue their implementations. Though satellite formation flying is widely considered to be a major advance in space technology, there are few systematic treatments of the topic in the literature. Addressing that gap, the book offers a valuable resource for academics, researchers, postgraduate students and practitioners in the field of satellite science and engineering.

Fluid Mechanics - An Intermediate Approach (Hardcover): Bijay Sultanian Fluid Mechanics - An Intermediate Approach (Hardcover)
Bijay Sultanian
R5,216 Discovery Miles 52 160 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Fluid Mechanics: An Intermediate Approach addresses the problems facing engineers today by taking on practical, rather than theoretical problems. Instead of following an approach that focuses on mathematics first, this book allows you to develop an intuitive physical understanding of various fluid flows, including internal compressible flows with simultaneous area change, friction, heat transfer, and rotation. Drawing on over 40 years of industry and teaching experience, the author emphasizes physics-based analyses and quantitative predictions needed in the state-of-the-art thermofluids research and industrial design applications. Numerous worked-out examples and illustrations are used in the book to demonstrate various problem-solving techniques. The book covers compressible flow with rotation, Fanno flows, Rayleigh flows, isothermal flows, normal shocks, and oblique shocks; Bernoulli, Euler, and Navier-Stokes equations; boundary layers; and flow separation. Includes two value-added chapters on special topics that reflect the state of the art in design applications of fluid mechanics Contains a value-added chapter on incompressible and compressible flow network modeling and robust solution methods not found in any leading book in fluid mechanics Gives an overview of CFD technology and turbulence modeling without its comprehensive mathematical details Provides an exceptional review and reinforcement of the physics-based understanding of incompressible and compressible flows with many worked-out examples and problems from real-world fluids engineering applications Fluid Mechanics: An Intermediate Approach uniquely aids in the intuitive understanding of various fluid flows for their physics-based analyses and quantitative predictions needed in the state-of-the-art thermofluids research and industrial design applications.

Bubble Systems (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2016): Alexander A. Avdeev Bubble Systems (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2016)
Alexander A. Avdeev
R4,775 R3,679 Discovery Miles 36 790 Save R1,096 (23%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This monograph presents a systematic analysis of bubble system mathematics, using the mechanics of two-phase systems in non-equilibrium as the scope of analysis. The author introduces the thermodynamic foundations of bubble systems, ranging from the fundamental starting points to current research challenges. This book addresses a range of topics, including description methods of multi-phase systems, boundary and initial conditions as well as coupling requirements at the phase boundary. Moreover, it presents a detailed study of the basic problems of bubble dynamics in a liquid mass: growth (dynamically and thermally controlled), collapse, bubble pulsations, bubble rise and breakup. Special emphasis is placed on bubble dynamics in turbulent flows. The analysis results are used to write integral equations governing the rate of vapor generation (condensation) in non-equilibrium flows, thus creating a basis for solving a number of practical problems. This book is the first to present a comprehensive theory of boiling shock with applications to problems of critical discharge and flashing under the fast decompression conditions. Reynolds' analogy was the key to solving a number of problems in subcooled forced-flow boiling, the theoretical results of which led to easy-to-use design formulas. This book is primarily aimed at graduate and post-graduate students specializing in hydrodynamics or heat and mass transfer, as well as research expert focused on two-phase flow. It will also serve as a comprehensive reference book for designers working in the field of power and aerospace technology.

Vortex Rings and Jets - Recent Developments in Near-Field Dynamics (Hardcover, 2015 ed.): Daniel T H New, Simon C M Yu Vortex Rings and Jets - Recent Developments in Near-Field Dynamics (Hardcover, 2015 ed.)
Daniel T H New, Simon C M Yu
R2,909 Discovery Miles 29 090 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

In this book, recent developments in our understanding of fundamental vortex ring and jet dynamics will be discussed, with a view to shed light upon their near-field behaviour which underpins much of their far-field characteristics. The chapters provide up-to-date research findings by their respective experts and seek to link near-field flow physics of vortex ring and jet flows with end-applications in mind. Over the past decade, our knowledge on vortex ring and jet flows has grown by leaps and bounds, thanks to increasing use of high-fidelity, high-accuracy experimental techniques and numerical simulations. As such, we now have a much better appreciation and understanding on the initiation and near-field developments of vortex ring and jet flows under many varied initial and boundary conditions. Chapter 1 outlines the vortex ring pinch-off phenomenon and how it relates to the initial stages of jet formations and subsequent jet behaviour, while Chapter 2 takes a closer look at the behaviour resulting from vortex ring impingement upon solid boundaries and how the use of a porous surface alters the impingement process. Chapters 3 and 4 focus upon the formation of synthetic jets from vortex ring structures experimentally and numerically, the challenges in understanding the relationships between their generation parameters and how they can be utilized in flow separation control problems. Chapter 5 looks at the use of imposing selected nozzle trailing-edge modifications to effect changes upon the near-field dynamics associated with circular, noncircular and coaxial jets, with a view to control their mixing behaviour. And last but not least, Chapter 6 details the use of unique impinging jet configurations and how they may lend themselves towards greater understanding and operating efficacies in heat transfer problems. This book will be useful to postgraduate students and researchers alike who wish to get up to speed regarding the latest developments in vortex ring and jet flow behaviour and how their interesting flow dynamics may be put into good use in their intended applications.

Time-Symmetry Breaking in Turbulent Multi-Particle Dispersion (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2015): Jennifer Jucha Time-Symmetry Breaking in Turbulent Multi-Particle Dispersion (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2015)
Jennifer Jucha
R2,873 Discovery Miles 28 730 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This thesis presents experimental and theoretical investigations of the connection between the time asymmetry in the short-time evolution of particle clusters and the intrinsic irreversibility of turbulent flows due to the energy cascade. The term turbulence describes a special state of a continuous medium in which many interacting degrees of freedom are excited. One of the interesting phenomena observed in turbulent flows is their time irreversibility. When milk is stirred into coffee, for example, highly complex and interwoven structures are produced, making the mixing process irreversible. This behavior can be analyzed in more detail by studying the dispersion of particle clusters. Previous experimental and numerical studies on the time asymmetry in two-particle dispersion indicate that particles separate faster backwards than forwards in time, but no conclusive explanation has yet been provided. In this thesis, an experimental study on the short-time behavior of two- and four-particle dispersion in a turbulent water flow between two counter-rotating propellers is presented. A brief but rigorous theoretical analysis reveals that the observed time irreversibility is closely linked to the turbulence energy cascade. Additionally, it is demonstrated experimentally that the addition of minute amounts of polymers to the flow has a significant impact on multi-particle dispersion due to an alteration of the energy cascade.

Parallel Computational Fluid Dynamics 2001, Practice and Theory (Hardcover, 1st ed): P. Wilders, P. Fox, A. Ecer, N. Satofuka,... Parallel Computational Fluid Dynamics 2001, Practice and Theory (Hardcover, 1st ed)
P. Wilders, P. Fox, A. Ecer, N. Satofuka, Jacques Periaux
R4,223 Discovery Miles 42 230 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

ParCFD 2001, the thirteenth international conference on Parallel Computational Fluid Dynamics took place in Egmond aan Zee, the Netherlands, from May 21-23, 2001. The specialized, high-level ParCFD conferences are organized yearly on traveling locations all over the world. A strong back-up is given by the central organization located in the USA http: //www.parcfd.org.


These proceedings of ParCFD 2001 represent 70% of the oral lectures presented at the meeting. All published papers were subjected to a refereeing process, which resulted in a uniformly high quality.


The papers cover not only the traditional areas of the ParCFD conferences, e.g. numerical schemes and algorithms, tools and environments, interdisciplinary topics, industrial applications, but, following local interests, also environmental and medical issues. These proceedings present an up-to-date overview of the state of the art in parallel computational fluid dynamics.

Modeling of Column Apparatus Processes (Hardcover, 2nd ed. 2018): Christo Boyadjiev, Maria Doichinova, Boyan Boyadjiev, Petya... Modeling of Column Apparatus Processes (Hardcover, 2nd ed. 2018)
Christo Boyadjiev, Maria Doichinova, Boyan Boyadjiev, Petya Popova-Krumova
R4,766 R3,670 Discovery Miles 36 700 Save R1,096 (23%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This new edition includes brand-new developments in the modeling of processes in the column apparatuses. It analyzes the radial velocity component and axial variation in the axial velocity in the column. These models are described in five new chapters. The book presents models of chemical and interphase mass transfer processes in industrial column apparatuses, using convection-diffusion and average-concentration models. It also introduces average concentration models for quantitative analysis, which use the average values of the velocity and concentration over the cross-sectional area of the column. The new models are used to analyze a broad range of processes (simple and complex chemical reactions, physical and chemical absorption, physical and chemical adsorption, catalytic reactions in the cases of physical and chemical adsorption mechanism), and make it possible to model sulfur dioxide gas purification processes.

Statistical Microhydrodynamics (Hardcover): Eg Sinaiski Statistical Microhydrodynamics (Hardcover)
Eg Sinaiski
R6,729 R5,343 Discovery Miles 53 430 Save R1,386 (21%) Out of stock

Written by experienced practitioners and teachers, this concise and comprehensive treatment on particulate flow covers both the theory as well as applications and examples from the oil and chemical industry.

Following a look at the basic concepts of probability theory, the authors goe on to examine the elements of microhydrodynamics, Brownian motion, and real liquids in turbulent flow.

Of interest for lecturers in physics, theoretical physicists and chemists, as well as chemical engineers.

Transport and Coherent Structures in Wall Turbulence (Hardcover): S Tardu Transport and Coherent Structures in Wall Turbulence (Hardcover)
S Tardu
R5,190 Discovery Miles 51 900 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Wall bounded turbulent flows are of major importance in industrial and environmental fluid mechanics. The structure of the wall turbulence is intrinsically related to the coherent structures that play a fundamental role in the transport process. The comprehension of their regeneration mechanism is indispensable for the development of efficient strategies in terms of drag control and near wall turbulence management. This book provides an up-to-date overview on the progress made in this specific area in recent years.

Parallel Computational Fluid Dynamics 2000 - Trends and Applications (Hardcover): C.B. Jenssen, T. Kvamdal, H.I. Andersson, B.... Parallel Computational Fluid Dynamics 2000 - Trends and Applications (Hardcover)
C.B. Jenssen, T. Kvamdal, H.I. Andersson, B. Pettersen, P. Fox, …
R4,623 Discovery Miles 46 230 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Parallel CFD 2000, the Twelfth in an International series of meetings featuring computational fluid dynamics research on parallel computers, was held May 22-25, 2000 in Trondheim, Norway.
Following the trend of the past conferences, areas such as numerical schemes and algorithms, tools and environments, load balancing, as well as interdisciplinary topics and various kinds of industrial applications were all well represented in the work presented. In addition, for the first time in the Parallel CFD conference series, the organizing committee chose to draw special attention to certain subject areas by organizing a number of special sessions.
We feel the emphasis of the papers presented at the conference reflect the direction of the research within parallel CFD at the beginning of the new millennium. It seems to be a clear tendency towards increased industrial exploitation of parallel CFD. Several presentations also demonstrated how new insight is being achieved from complex simulations, and how powerful parallel computers now make it possible to use CFD within a broader interdisciplinary setting.
Obviously, successful application of parallel CFD still rests on the underlying fundamental principles. Therefore, numerical algorithms, development tools, and parallelization techniques are still as important as when parallel CFD was in is infancy. Furthermore, the novel concepts of affordable parallel computing as well as metacomputing show that exciting developments are still taking place.
As is often pointed out however, the real power of parallel CFD comes from the combination of all the disciplines involved: Physics, mathematics, and computer science. This is probably one of the principal reasons for the continued popularity of the Parallel CFD Conferences series, as well as the inspiration behind much of the excellent work carried out on the subject. We hope that the papers in this book, both on an individual basis and as a whole, will contribute to that inspiration. Further details of Parallel CFD'99, as well as other conferences in this series, are available at http: //www.parcfd.org


Plasma Physics for Controlled Fusion (Hardcover, 2nd ed. 2016): Kenro Miyamoto Plasma Physics for Controlled Fusion (Hardcover, 2nd ed. 2016)
Kenro Miyamoto
R5,019 Discovery Miles 50 190 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This new edition presents the essential theoretical and analytical methods needed to understand the recent fusion research of tokamak and alternate approaches. The author describes magnetohydrodynamic and kinetic theories of cold and hot plasmas in detail. The book covers new important topics for fusion studies such as plasma transport by drift turbulence, which depend on the magnetic configuration and zonal flows. These are universal phenomena of microturbulence. They can modify the onset criterion for turbulent transport, instabilities driven by energetic particles as well as alpha particle generation and typical plasma models for computer simulation. The fusion research of tokamaks with various new versions of H modes are explained. The design concept of ITER, the international tokamak experimental reactor, is described for inductively driven operations as well as steady-state operations using non-inductive drives. Alternative approaches of reversed-field pinch and its relaxation process, stellator including quasi-symmetric system, open-end system of tandem mirror and inertial confinement are also explained. Newly added and updated topics in this second edition include zonal flows, various versions of H modes, and steady-state operations of tokamak, the design concept of ITER, the relaxation process of RFP, quasi-symmetric stellator, and tandem mirror. The book addresses graduate students and researchers in the field of controlled fusion.

Transient Dynamics of Concentrated Particulate Suspensions Under Shear (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2020): Endao Han Transient Dynamics of Concentrated Particulate Suspensions Under Shear (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2020)
Endao Han
R2,873 Discovery Miles 28 730 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This thesis demonstrates the first use of high-speed ultrasound imaging to non-invasively probe how the interior of a dense suspension responds to impact. Suspensions of small solid particles in a simple liquid can generate a rich set of dynamic phenomena that are of fundamental scientific interest because they do not conform to the typical behavior expected of either solids or liquids. Most remarkable is the highly counter-intuitive ability of concentrated suspensions to strongly thicken and even solidify when sheared or impacted. The understanding of the mechanism driving this solidification is, however, still limited, especially for the important transient stage while the response develops as a function of time. In this thesis, high-speed ultrasound imaging is introduced to track, for the first time, the transition from the flowing to the solidified state and directly observe the shock-like shear fronts that accompany this transition. A model is developed that agrees quantitatively with the experimental measurements. The combination of imaging techniques, experimental design, and modeling in this thesis represents a major breakthrough for the understanding of the dynamic response of dense suspensions, with important implications for a wide range of applications ranging from the handling of slurries to additive manufacturing.

Fluid-structure Interactions - Models, Analysis and Finite Elements (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2017): Thomas Richter Fluid-structure Interactions - Models, Analysis and Finite Elements (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2017)
Thomas Richter
R4,312 Discovery Miles 43 120 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book starts by introducing the fundamental concepts of mathematical continuum mechanics for fluids and solids and their coupling. Special attention is given to the derivation of variational formulations for the subproblems describing fluid- and solid-mechanics as well as the coupled fluid-structure interaction problem. Two monolithic formulations for fluid-structure interactions are described in detail: the well-established ALE formulation and the modern Fully Eulerian formulation, which can effectively deal with problems featuring large deformation and contact. Further, the book provides details on state-of-the-art discretization schemes for fluid- and solid-mechanics and considers the special needs of coupled problems with interface-tracking and interface-capturing techniques. Lastly, advanced topics like goal-oriented error estimation, multigrid solution and gradient-based optimization schemes are discussed in the context of fluid-structure interaction problems.

Study on Microstructure and Rheological Properties of Cement-Chemical Admixtures-Water Dispersion System at Early Stage... Study on Microstructure and Rheological Properties of Cement-Chemical Admixtures-Water Dispersion System at Early Stage (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2018)
Yanrong Zhang
R3,989 R3,446 Discovery Miles 34 460 Save R543 (14%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This thesis studies the effects of superplasticizers, polyacrylate latexes and asphalt emulsions, which differ in molecular/particle size from nanometers to microns, on the rheological properties of fresh cement pastes (FCPs), as well as the action mechanisms involved. It systematically investigates the rheological properties and microstructure of cement-based materials, and elucidates the adsorption behaviors of polycarboxylate polymers with different functional groups and their effects on cement hydration. Moreover, it reveals how the working mechanism of naphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde (NSF) differs from that of polycarboxylate ether-based (PCE) superplasticizers. Lastly, it develops a conceptual microstructure model and two rheological equations. These findings lend theoretical support to the development of new chemical admixtures and new, higher-performance, cement-based composites.

Waves and Compressible Flow (Hardcover, 2nd ed. 2016): Hilary Ockendon, John R. Ockendon Waves and Compressible Flow (Hardcover, 2nd ed. 2016)
Hilary Ockendon, John R. Ockendon
R1,893 R1,476 Discovery Miles 14 760 Save R417 (22%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Now in its second edition, this book continues to give readers a broad mathematical basis for modelling and understanding the wide range of wave phenomena encountered in modern applications. New and expanded material includes topics such as elastoplastic waves and waves in plasmas, as well as new exercises. Comprehensive collections of models are used to illustrate the underpinning mathematical methodologies, which include the basic ideas of the relevant partial differential equations, characteristics, ray theory, asymptotic analysis, dispersion, shock waves, and weak solutions. Although the main focus is on compressible fluid flow, the authors show how intimately gasdynamic waves are related to wave phenomena in many other areas of physical science. Special emphasis is placed on the development of physical intuition to supplement and reinforce analytical thinking. Each chapter includes a complete set of carefully prepared exercises, making this a suitable textbook for students in applied mathematics, engineering, and other physical sciences. Reviews of the first edition: "This book ... is an introduction to the theory of linear and nonlinear waves in fluids, including the theory of shock waves. ... is extraordinarily accurate and free of misprints ... . I enjoyed reading this book. ... most attractive and enticing appearance, and I'm certain that many readers who browse through it will wish to buy a copy. The exercises ... are excellent. ... A beginner who worked through these exercises would not only enjoy himself or herself, but would rapidly acquire mastery of techniques used...in JFM and many other journals..." (C. J. Chapman, Journal of Fluid Mechanics, Vol. 521, 2004) "The book targets a readership of final year undergraduates and first year graduates in applied mathematics. In the reviewer's opinion, it is very well designed to catch the student's interest ... while every chapter displays essential features in some important area of fluid dynamics. Additionally, students may practice by solving 91 exercises. This volume is mainly devoted to inviscid flows. ... The book is very well written." (Denis Serre, Mathematical Reviews, 2004)

New Results in Numerical and Experimental Fluid Mechanics X - Contributions to the 19th STAB/DGLR Symposium Munich, Germany,... New Results in Numerical and Experimental Fluid Mechanics X - Contributions to the 19th STAB/DGLR Symposium Munich, Germany, 2014 (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2016)
Andreas Dillmann, Gerd Heller, Ewald Kramer, Claus Wagner, Christian Breitsamter
R8,461 Discovery Miles 84 610 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book presents contributions to the 19th biannual symposium of the German Aerospace Aerodynamics Association (STAB) and the German Society for Aeronautics and Astronautics (DGLR). The individual chapters reflect ongoing research conducted by the STAB members in the field of numerical and experimental fluid mechanics and aerodynamics, mainly for (but not limited to) aerospace applications, and cover both nationally and EC-funded projects. Special emphasis is given to collaborative research projects conducted by German scientists and engineers from universities, research-establishments and industries. By addressing a number of cutting-edge applications, together with the relevant physical and mathematics fundamentals, the book provides readers with a comprehensive overview of the current research work in the field. Though the book's primary emphasis is on the aerospace context, it also addresses further important applications, e.g. in ground transportation and energy.

Flow Visualization in Materials Processing - Practical Techniques and Selected Applications (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2018): Tomomasa... Flow Visualization in Materials Processing - Practical Techniques and Selected Applications (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2018)
Tomomasa Uemura, Manabu Iguchi, Yoshiaki Ueda
R4,217 R3,398 Discovery Miles 33 980 Save R819 (19%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book presents a comprehensive review of particle image velocimetry (PIV) and particle tracking velocimetry (PTV) as tools for experimental fluid dynamics (EFD). It shares practical techniques for high-speed photography to accurately analyze multi-phase flows; in particular, it addresses the practical know-how involved in high-speed photography, including e.g. the proper setup for lights and illumination; optical systems to remove perspective distortion; and the density of tracer particles and their fluorescence in the context of PIV and PTV. In this regard, using the correct photographic technique plays a key role in the accurate analysis of the respective flow. Practical applications include bubble and liquid flow dynamics in materials processes agitated by gas injection at high temperatures, mixing phenomena due to jet-induced rotary sloshing, and wettability effects on the efficiency of the processes.

Homogeneous Turbulence Dynamics (Hardcover, 2nd ed. 2018): Pierre Sagaut, Claude Cambon Homogeneous Turbulence Dynamics (Hardcover, 2nd ed. 2018)
Pierre Sagaut, Claude Cambon
R11,725 Discovery Miles 117 250 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book provides state-of-the-art results and theories in homogeneous turbulence, including anisotropy and compressibility effects with extension to quantum turbulence, magneto-hydodynamic turbulence and turbulence in non-newtonian fluids. Each chapter is devoted to a given type of interaction (strain, rotation, shear, etc.), and presents and compares experimental data, numerical results, analysis of the Reynolds stress budget equations and advanced multipoint spectral theories. The role of both linear and non-linear mechanisms is emphasized. The link between the statistical properties and the dynamics of coherent structures is also addressed. Despite its restriction to homogeneous turbulence, the book is of interest to all people working in turbulence, since the basic physical mechanisms which are present in all turbulent flows are explained. The reader will find a unified presentation of the results and a clear presentation of existing controversies. Special attention is given to bridge the results obtained in different research communities. Mathematical tools and advanced physical models are detailed in dedicated chapters.

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