Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Thermo-Fluid Dynamics of Two-Phase Flow by Mamoru Ishii, Takashi Hibiki

Thermo-Fluid Dynamics of Two-Phase Flow by Mamoru Ishii, Takashi Hibiki

          Thermo-fluid Dynamics of Two-Phase Flow, Second Edition is focused on the fundamental physics of two-phase flow. The authors present the detailed theoretical foundation of multi-phase flow thermo-fluid dynamics as they apply to: Nuclear reactor transient and accident analysis; Energy systems; Power generation systems; Chemical reactors and process systems; Space propulsion; Transport processes. This edition features updates on two-phase flow formulation and constitutive equations and CFD simulation codes such as FLUENT and CFX, new coverage of the lift force model, which is of particular significance for those working in the field of computational fluid dynamics, new equations and coverage of 1 dimensional drift flux models and a new chapter on porous media formulation.

Monday, November 14, 2011

Elements of Computational Fluid Dynamics by John D. Ramshaw

Elements of Computational Fluid Dynamics by John D. Ramshaw

         This book is a brief introduction to the fundamental concepts of computational fluid dynamics (CFD). It is addressed to beginners, and presents the ABCs or bare essentials of CFD in their simplest and most transparent form. The approach taken is to describe the principal analytical tools required, including truncation-error and stability analyses, followed by the basic elements or building blocks of CFD, which are numerical methods for treating sources, diffusion, convection, and pressure waves. Finally, it is shown how those ingredients may be combined to obtain self-contained numerical methods for solving the full equations of fluid dynamics. The book should be suitable for self-study, as a textbook for CFD short courses, and as a supplement to more comprehensive CFD and fluid dynamics texts.

Sunday, November 13, 2011

Optimization and Computational Fluid Dynamics by Dominique Thévenin, Gábor Janiga

Optimization and Computational Fluid Dynamics by Dominique Thévenin, Gábor Janiga

         The numerical optimization of practical applications has been an issue of major importance for the last 10 years. It allows us to explore reliable non-trivial configurations, differing widely from all known solutions. The purpose of this book is to introduce the state-of-the-art concerning this issue and many complementary applications are presented.

Saturday, November 12, 2011

Adaptive High-order Methods in Computational Fluid Dynamics by Z. J. Wang

Adaptive High-order Methods in Computational Fluid Dynamics by Z. J. Wang

         This book consists of important contributions by world-renowned experts on adaptive high-order methods in computational fluid dynamics (CFD). It covers several widely used, and still intensively researched methods, including the discontinuous Galerkin, residual distribution, finite volume, differential quadrature, spectral volume, spectral difference, PNPM, and correction procedure via reconstruction methods. The main focus is applications in aerospace engineering, but the book should also be useful in many other engineering disciplines including mechanical, chemical and electrical engineering. Since many of these methods are still evolving, the book will be an excellent reference for researchers and graduate students to gain an understanding of the state of the art and remaining challenges in high-order CFD methods.

Friday, November 11, 2011

Geophysical Fluid Dynamics by Joseph Pedlosky

Geophysical Fluid Dynamics by Joseph Pedlosky

         The author has done a masterful job in presenting the theory with the necessary mathematical foundation, while keeping the physical aspects in clear view ... it is an outstanding introduction to a complex and important subject.

Thursday, November 10, 2011

A Practical Approach : Computational Fluid Dynamics by Jiyuan TU

A Practical Approach : Computational Fluid Dynamics by Jiyuan TU

         A senior level undergraduate and graduate textbook for a wide audience of engineering students taking a first course in CFD or Computer Aided Engineering. Fully course matched, with the most extensive and rigorous pedagogy and features of any book in the field. The first book in the field aimed at CFD users rather than developers.·

Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Engineering Fluid Mechanics by Clayton T. Crowe, Donald F. Elger, John A. Roberson, Barbara C. Williams

Engineering Fluid Mechanics by Clayton T. Crowe, Donald F. Elger, John A. Roberson, Barbara C. Williams

         Connecting the math and theory of fluid mechanics to practical applications can be a difficult process. Engineering Fluid Mechanics builds on the success of previous editions to help engineers learn how to apply concepts by keeping them engaged and active throughout the book. Simple and effective examples show how key equations are utilized in practice, and step-by-step descriptions provide details into the processes that engineers follow. Each chapter also outlines the three most important things they will be able to accomplish once the concepts are learned. With its physical/visual approach, engineers will quickly gain an intuitive understanding of the principles.

Tuesday, November 8, 2011

Computational Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer by Richard Pletcher, John Tannehill, Dale Anderson

Computational Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer by Richard Pletcher, John Tannehill, Dale Anderson

         This comprehensive text provides basic fundamentals of computational theory and computational methods. The book is divided into two parts. The first part covers material fundamental to the understanding and application of finite-difference methods. The second part illustrates the use of such methods in solving different types of complex problems encountered in fluid mechanics and heat transfer. The book is replete with worked examples and problems provided at the end of each chapter.

Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Computational Fluid Dynamics Principles and Applications (Book with accompanying CD)

Computational Fluid Dynamics Principles and Applications (Book with accompanying CD)

         The objective of this book is to provide university students with a solid foundation for understanding the numerical methods employed in today's CFD and to familiarise them with modern CFD codes by hands-on experience. It is also intended for engineers and scientists starting to work in the field of CFD or for those who apply CFD codes. Due to the detailed index, the text can serve as a reference handbook too.
Each chapter includes an extensive bibliography, which provides an excellent basis for further studies. 

An Introduction to Computational Fluid Mechanics by Example by Sedat Biringen, Chuen-Yen Chow

An Introduction to Computational Fluid Mechanics by Example by Sedat Biringen, Chuen-Yen Chow

          This new book builds on the original classic textbook entitled: An Introduction to Computational Fluid Mechanics by C. Y. Chow which was originally published in 1979. In the decades that have passed since this book was published the field of computational fluid dynamics has seen a number of changes in both the sophistication of the algorithms used but also advances in the computer hardware and software available. This new book incorporates the latest algorithms in the solution techniques and supports this by using numerous examples of applications to a broad range of industries from mechanical and aerospace disciplines to civil and the biosciences. The computer programs are developed and available in MATLAB. In addition the core text provides up-to-date solution methods for the Navier-Stokes equations, including fractional step time-advancement, and pseudo-spectral methods.