Engineering Applications of Fluid Dynamics

Fluid dynamics is a branch of fluid mechanics, which describes the flow of fluids including gases and liquids. It focuses on the study of movements of fluids, including the interactions that occur when two fluids are exposed to one another. There are many subfields of fluid dynamics such as hydrodynamics and aerodynamics. Fluid dynamics plays an important role in the study of ocean tides, plate tectonics, planet evolution, weather patterns and blood circulation. Wind turbines, air conditioning systems, rocket engines and oil pipelines are some of the significant technological uses of fluid dynamics. It also has several engineering applications such as refrigerators and air conditioners, hydraulic equipment, automobiles, hydroelectric power plants, nuclear power plants, and thermal power plants. This book aims to shed light on some of the unexplored engineering applications of fluid dynamics and the recent researches in this field. It elucidates new techniques and their applications in a multidisciplinary manner. This book includes contributions of experts and scientists, which will provide innovative insights into this field.