An Introduction to Magnetohydrodynamics (Cambridge Texts in Applied Mathematics)
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| Rating | : | 4.45 (954 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0521794870 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 452 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-11-26 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Well-written introduction to MHD MJMK Focusing on the physics of fluid flow, electromagnetics and their interactions, Davidson has written a very clear text which serves as an excellent introduction to this subject. He includes the mathematical formulations, but does not dwell on the exact solutions of the governing equations. Instead he spends most of the book using scaling analysis and approximate solutions to elucidate the physical mechanisms behind EM-driv. Excellent introduction to physics behind the MHD equations If you want a really well written explanation of what is a physical meaning of the MHD equations, what are the fundamental ideas behind them with examples from solar spots to metallurgical applications, nicely and clearly illustrated, this is the book for you.Congratulations to the author!. Splendid Introduction A well written book linking to applications well. Not incredibly heavy on the math, but only suited to those fluent with the entire calculus series. I particularly enjoyed the examples from many fields. For awhile we dwell on the geodynamo then off to propulsion then off into metallurgy. I agree: Congratulations to the author on such a well organized volume!
This introductory text on magnetohydrodynamics (MHD) (the study of the interaction of magnetic fields and conducting fluids) is intended to serve as an introductory text for advanced undergraduates and graduate students in physics, applied mathematics and engineering. Magnetic fields are routinely used in industry to heat, pump, stir and levitate liquid metals. The material in the text is heavily weighted toward incompressible flows and to terrestrial (as distinct from astrophysical) applications. There is the terrestrial magnetic field that is maintained by fluid motion in the earth's core, the solar magnetic field, which generates sunspots and solar flares, and the galactic field that influences the fo
The language of this book is simple, vivid, yet fully scientific. It is a real pleasure to read. worth recommending, not only to students, but also to everyone who is interested in MHD, particularly to theoreticians who, as a rule, know almost nothing about metallurgical applications of MHD." Applied Mechanics Review"A significant addition to the literature." SIAM Review"put the material in historical perspective and also offer temporary light relief from some of the inevitable mathematical complexityprovides a particularly appealing introduction to MHD theory for those already well-versed in theroretical fluid mechanics." AIAA Journal"In a pleasing, colloquial style that is appropriately rigorous, as called for by the material, the author presents a remarkably comprehensive treatment of the basicsDavidson presents excellent