Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulic Machines

This book caters directly to the requirement with a complete and comprehensive cover of the syllabi of various universities in an extremely student-friendly manner. Each chapter is written in a simple, crisp and logical way, with gradual built up of concepts. The language is lucid and easy to understand yet precisely scientific. Theoretical explanations and mathematical derivations are supported with well-labeled and clear figures along with systematically solved examples to enhance the understanding of the concepts.Table of Contents
1. Properties of Fluids
2. Pressure and Its Measurement
3. Hydrostatic Forces on Surfaces
4. Buoyancy and Flotation
5. Kinematics of Fluid Flow
6. Dynamics of Inviscid Flows
7. Flow Through Orifices & Mouthpieces
8. Flow Over Notches & Weirs
9. Dimensional and Model Analysis
10. Flow of Ideal Fluids
11. Dynamics of Viscous Flows
12. Turbulent Flow
13. Flow Through Pipes
14. Boundary Layer Theory
15. Fluid Flow Around Submerged Bodies
16. Compressible Flow
17. Flow in Open Channels
18. Impact of Jets & JetA Propulsions
19. Hydraulic Turbines
20. Centrifugal Pump
21. Reciprocating Pump
22. Miscellaneous Hydraulic Machines