Measurement in Fluid Mechanics

Measurement in Fluid Mechanics is an introductory, general reference in experimental fluid mechanics.

Stavros Tavoularis (Author)

9780521138390, Cambridge University Press

Paperback, published 24 August 2009

370 pages
24.5 x 17.7 x 1.8 cm, 0.59 kg

'… Professor Tavoularis's excellent book … succeeds in bringing clarity and sense to the whole issue of experiments in fluid mechanics. This is a book that can be recommended to anyone working in fluid mechanics. On a basic level it provides a ready reference for the essential workings of the main experimental measurement processes that are so often referred to in the literature but which are rarely given sufficient explanation … this book can [also] be used in a much more advanced way to plan an entire experimental programme …' Journal of Fluid Mechanics

Measurement in Fluid Mechanics is an introductory general reference in experimental fluid mechanics, describing both classical and more modern methods for flow visualization and for measuring flow rate, pressure, velocity, temperature, concentration, and wall shear stress. Particularly suitable as a textbook for graduate and advanced undergraduate courses, Measurement in Fluid Mechanics is also a valuable tool for practising engineers and applied scientists. This book is written by a single author, in a consistent and straightforward style, with plenty of clear illustrations, an extensive bibliography, and over 100 suggested exercises. Measurement in Fluid Mechanics also features extensive background materials in system response, measurement uncertainty, signal analysis, optics, fluid mechanical apparatus, and laboratory practices, which shield the reader from having to consult with a large number of primary references. Whether for instructional or reference purposes, this book is a valuable tool for the study of fluid mechanics.

Part I. General Concepts: 1. Flow properties and basic principles
2. Measuring systems
3. Measurement uncertainty
4. Signal conditioning, discretization, and analysis
5. Background for optical experimentation
6. Fluid mechanical apparatus
7. Towards a sound experiment
Part II. Measurement Techniques: 8. Measurement of flow pressure
9. Measurement of flow rate
10. Flow visualization techniques
11. Measurement of local flow velocity
12. Measurement of temperature
13. Measurement of composition
14. Measurement of wall shear stress
15. Outlook.

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