Hydrodynamics (Dover Books on Physics)

Book Details

• Publisher: Dover

• Author: Sir Horace Lamb

• Language: English

• Edition: 6

• ISBN: 9780486602561

• Pages: 768

• Cover: Paperback

• Dimensions: 9.0 x 6.1 x 1.6 inches

About the Book

This internationally renowned work on the dynamics of liquids and gases holds a distinguished place in technical literature. Sir Horace Lamb's masterpiece is widely regarded as the go-to reference for fundamental theorems, equations, and detailed methods of solution in the field of classical hydrodynamics. This unabridged reproduction of the sixth edition remains an essential resource for specialists and beginners alike, offering a comprehensive and lucid coverage of the subject.

The book retains the clarity and structure that made it a seminal text, offering an exhaustive exploration of various aspects of hydrodynamics. Chapters delve into crucial topics such as the equations of motion, special case integrations, irrotational motion, vortex dynamics, tidal waves, surface waves, and the behavior of liquids in motion. It also thoroughly addresses concepts like viscosity and the motion of solids through liquids. Whether you are a student or a professional in the field, this treatise serves as an invaluable reference for understanding the complexities of fluid dynamics.

Lamb’s work is not only a foundational text for those working in fluid mechanics but also an epitome of clarity in technical writing, making it difficult to find a comparable resource in its class. This book continues to stand the test of time as the leading work on classical hydrodynamics, praised for its detailed yet comprehensible approach.