| Part | Chapter Range | Core Themes | |------|---------------|--------------| | | 1‑5 | Fluid properties, statics, kinematics, control‑volume analysis, dimensional analysis | | II – Incompressible Flow | 6‑12 | Bernoulli equation, pipe flow, open‑channel flow, pumps & turbines, flow measurement | | III – Compressible Flow | 13‑19 | Speed of sound, isentropic flow, normal/shock waves, nozzles & diffusers, supersonic aerodynamics | | IV – Advanced Topics & Applications | 20‑27 | Turbulence modeling, boundary‑layer theory, rotating machinery, multiphase flow, CFD basics, design case studies |
Informative Report (Overview, Contents, Use‑Cases, and Legal Access Options) 1. Introduction “ Applied Fluid Mechanics ” by Robert L. Mott is a widely‑used textbook that bridges the gap between fundamental fluid‑mechanics theory and real‑world engineering applications. First published in 1991, the book has gone through several editions (most recent ≈ 5th ed., 2008), each incorporating updated examples, expanded problem sets, and modern computational tools. It is especially popular in undergraduate mechanical‑, aerospace‑, civil‑, and chemical‑engineering curricula, as well as in industry training programs.