The instability of fluid flows is a key topic in classical fluid mechanics because it has huge repercussions for applied disciplines such as chemical engineering, hydraulics, aeronautics, and geophysics. This modern introduction is written for any student, researcher, or practitioner working in the area, for whom an understanding of hydrodynamic instabilities is essential. Based on a decade's experience of teaching postgraduate students in fluid dynamics, this book brings the subject to life by emphasizing the physical mechanisms involved. The theory of dynamical systems provides the basic structure of the exposition, together with asymptotic methods. Wherever possible, Charru discusses the phenomena in terms of characteristic scales and dimensional analysis. The book includes numerous experimental studies, with references to videos and multimedia material, as well as over 150 exercises which introduce the reader to new problems.

This modern account brings the subject to life by emphasising the physical mechanisms involved. Contains exercises and useful references.

About the Author
Francois Charru is a Professor of Mechanics at the University of Toulouse, France, and researcher at the Institut de Mecanique des Fluides de Toulouse.

Reviews
'The author has written a remarkable textbook.' Isom H. Herron, Mathematical Reviews



Book Information
ISBN 9780521769266
Author Francois Charru
Format Hardback
Page Count 410
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Weight(grams) 870g
Dimensions(mm) 254mm * 179mm * 26mm