Fluid Mechanics, 3rd edition

Published by Pearson (November 28, 2022) © 2023

  • Russell C. Hibbeler

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Title overview

For courses in fluid mechanics.

A proven approach to conceptual understanding and problem-solving skills

Fluid Mechanics excels in providing a clear and thorough presentation of the theory and application of fluid mechanics principles. It empowers students to succeed by drawing upon Professor Hibbeler's decades of classroom experience and knowledge of how students learn. The text is shaped by the suggestions of hundreds of peer reviewers and many of his students.

The 3rd Edition features new topics and new problems, which involve applications to many different fields of engineering.

Table of contents

  1. Fundamental Concepts
  2. Fluid Statics
  3. Kinematics of Fluid motion
  4. Flow and the Conservation of Mass
  5. Work and Energy
  6. Fluid Momentum
  7. Differential Fluid Flow
  8. Dimensional Analysis and Similitude
  9. Viscous Flow within Enclosed Circuits
  10. Analysis and Design for Pipe Flow
  11. Viscous Flow over External Surfaces
  12. Open-Channel Flow
  13. Compressible Flow
  14. Turbomachines

APPENDICES

  1. Physical Properties of Fluids
  2. Compressible Properties of Gas

Author bios

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