fluid statics

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fluid statics

[¦flü·əd ′stad·iks]

(fluid mechanics)

The determination of pressure intensities and forces exerted by fluids at rest.

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of Memphis) presents thirteen chapters covering fundamental concepts, fluid statics, base equations of fluid mechanics, dimensional analysis and dynamical similitude, flow in closed conduits, flow over immersed bodies, flow in open channels, compressible flow, turbomachinery, measurements in fluid mechanics, the Navier-Stokes equations, inviscid flow, and boundary-layer flow.

Introduction to fluid mechanics, 4th ed

Among the topics are the second law of thermodynamics, fluid statics, steady-state conduction, and free or natural conduction.

Introduction to thermal and fluid engineering. (CD-ROM included)

The book begins with an introduction to water treatment systems and hydraulics and explains the basic concepts of fluid properties, fluid statics, and fluid flow.