Aerodynamics, Turbomachinery & Computational Fluid Dynamics
Review the theory. Work through the examples. Solve the problems. Prepare for your examinations with confidence.
Aerodynamics, Turbomachinery & Computational Fluid Dynamics is designed as a practical review and examination-preparation guide for engineering students. It brings together essential concepts, equations, methods, worked examples, solved problems, and numerical exercises to help students quickly revise and apply what they have learned.
The book places particular emphasis on step-by-step worked examples and problem solving. Important formulas and principles are followed by applications showing how to approach typical engineering problems, perform calculations, and interpret the results.
Use it for systematic revision throughout the semester or intensive preparation before examinations. The worked examples and problems are especially useful for developing speed, accuracy, and confidence in solving numerical and analytical questions.
Ideal for students of aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, aeronautical engineering, and related disciplines, preparing for university examinations, competitive examinations, and technical assessments.
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Aerodynamics, Turbomachinery & Computational Fluid Dynamics
Principles • Analysis • Simulation • Applications
A comprehensive engineering reference covering aerodynamics, fluid flow, turbomachinery, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD).
Aerodynamics, Turbomachinery & Computational Fluid Dynamics brings together the fundamental principles and practical methods used to analyse fluid-flow problems in modern aerospace, mechanical, automotive, and energy engineering.
The book develops a unified understanding of fluid mechanics, aerodynamics, compressible and incompressible flow, boundary layers, lift and drag, airfoils, flow through turbomachines, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD). It connects analytical theory with numerical techniques and engineering applications, making it useful both as a textbook and as a reference for engineers and researchers.
Particular attention is given to the analysis of compressors, turbines, pumps, fans, nozzles, and other turbomachinery, together with the fundamental concepts of velocity triangles, energy transfer, pressure ratios, efficiency, stage performance, and fluid-flow behaviour in rotating machinery.
The CFD material introduces the principles behind numerical flow simulation, including computational meshes, discretization, governing equations, boundary conditions, convergence, numerical stability, and interpretation of simulation results. The emphasis is on understanding the engineering reasoning behind CFD rather than treating simulation software as a black box.
Topics covered include- Aerodynamics and fluid mechanics
- Fundamental equations of fluid flow
- Continuity, momentum and energy equations
- Bernoulli's equation and flow analysis
- Airfoils, lift, drag and aerodynamic performance
- Boundary layers and viscous flow
- Laminar and turbulent flow
- Internal and external flows
- Compressible flow and gas dynamics
- Nozzle and diffuser flows
- Shock waves and expansion waves
- Turbomachinery
- Compressors, turbines, pumps and fans
- Velocity triangles and Euler turbomachinery equations
- Stage performance and efficiency
- Pressure ratios and energy transfer
- Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
- Governing equations for CFD
- Finite-difference, finite-volume and numerical methods
- Computational meshes and discretization
- Boundary and initial conditions
- Convergence and numerical stability
- Flow-field visualization and interpretation
- Engineering applications of CFD
- Numerical analysis and computational techniques
The book is intended for aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, energy engineering, and engineering science students and professionals. It can also serve as a reference for readers working with CFD simulation, aerodynamic analysis, turbomachinery design, fluid-flow modelling, numerical fluid mechanics, and computational engineering.
Whether you are studying the fundamentals of aerodynamics, analysing turbomachinery performance, or learning how computational fluid dynamics is used to solve real engineering problems, this book provides a bridge between theory, mathematical analysis, numerical computation, and practical engineering applications.
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Rahul Basu is an engineering author and educator with an interest in applied mathematics, engineering analysis, computational methods, and problem-solving. His books focus on presenting technically challenging subjects in a clear, structured, and accessible manner, with particular emphasis on worked examples and practical applications.
Through his writing, he aims to help students and practising engineers strengthen their fundamentals, understand the mathematical basis of engineering methods, and develop the confidence to tackle analytical and numerical problems.
His books are designed both as learning resources and as practical references for engineering students, researchers, and professionals, with an emphasis on clarity, systematic analysis, examination preparation, and application of theory to engineering problems.
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