Textbook of Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulic Machines

Textbook of Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulic Machines by R.K. Bansal is a comprehensive guide that delves into the fundamental principles and applications of fluid mechanics and hydraulic machines. It provides a structured approach to understanding fluid behavior, fluid flow phenomena, and the operation of hydraulic machines such as turbines and pumps for Civil Engineering and Mechanical Engineering students for Mechanical Engineering students and Civil Engineering students.

Table Of Contents : Chapter 1.Properties of Fluids Chapter 2.Pressure and Its Measurement Chapter 3.Hydrostatic Forces on Surfaces Chapter 4.Buoyancy and Floatation Chapter 5.Kinematics of Flow and Ideal Flow Chapter 6.Dynamics of Fluid Flow Chapter 7.Orifices and Mouthpieces Chapter 8.Notches and Weirs Chapter 9.Viscous Flow Chapter 10.Turbulent Flow Chapter 11.Flow Through Pipes Chapter 12.Dimensional and Model Analysis Chapter 13.Boundary Layer Flow Chapter 14.Forces on Sub-merged Bodies Chapter 15.Compressible Flow Chapter 16.Flow in Open Channels Chapter 17.Impact of Jets and Jet Propulsion Chapter 18.Hydraulic Machines – Turbines Chapter 19.Centrifugal Pumps Chapter 20.Reciprocating Pumps Chapter 21.Fluid System Objective Type Questions Appendix Subject Index