Fluid Mechanics excels in providing a clear and thorough presentation of the theory and application of fluid mechanics principles. Drawing upon his decades of classroom experience and his knowledge of how students learn, Professor Hibbeler provides highly visual, methodical applications to help you conceptualize and master difficult concepts. A variety of problem types stress realistic situations encountered in the field, with several levels of difficulty to give you the practice you need to excel in your courses and career.
Fundamental Concepts
Fluid Statics
Kinematics of Fluid motion
Flow and the Conservation of Mass
Work and Energy
Fluid Momentum
Differential Fluid Flow
Dimensional Analysis and Similitude
Viscous Flow within Enclosed Circuits
Analysis and Design for Pipe Flow
Viscous Flow over External Surfaces
Open-Channel Flow
Compressible Flow
Turbomachines
APPENDICES
Physical Properties of Fluids
Compressible Properties of Gas
R.C. Hibbeler graduated from the University of Illinois-Urbana with a B.S. in Civil Engineering (major in Structures) and an M.S. in Nuclear Engineering. He obtained his PhD in Theoretical and Applied Mechanics from Northwestern University. Professor Hibbelers professional experience includes postdoctoral work in reactor safety and analysis at Argonne National Laboratory, and structural and stress analysis work at Chicago Bridge and Iron, as well as at Sargent and Lundy in Chicago. He has practiced engineering in Ohio, New York, and Louisiana.
