Fluid Mechanics and Machinery

Fluid mechanics and machinery contributes an important role in the disciplines of Mechanical and Civil Engineering. In particular, its role in Civil Engineering activities like construction of reservoirs, domestic pipeline network, etc. And its involvement in Electrical Engineering aspects like power generation and electrical equipment design, etc. cannot be overlooked.

This book is intended primarily for easiness in understanding of the subject and is designed to raise the standard of the reader, step by step in understanding the concepts of fluid mechanics and its applications in hydraulic machinery, with clear pictorial explanation. Therefore, the contents are developed in transition from basics of simple chapters to complexity of the remaining chapters including the fundamental formulae used for deriving equations, without leaving the connectivity between chapters and their applications.

An attempt is made introducing more number of diagrams for enhancing easiness in understanding of the changes and assumptions taken in derivations. Important formulae including their units, constant values to be remembered, are being given in a tabular format at the end of each chapter to facilitate quick reference to the reader.

Contents: A brief history and introduction / Fluids and their properties / Pressure and pressure measuring devices / Hydrostatic forces on immersed surfaces / Fluid flow kinematics / Fluid dynamics / Viscous flow through closed conduit / Boundary layer equations / Dimensional analysis and model similitude / Compressible flow / Introduction and impact of jets / Hydraulic turbines / Hydraulic pumps / Laboratory experiments / Answers for objective questions / Index