ISBN: 9781334017018 - the closure problem of turbulence theory (classic reprint) (3 Ergebnisse)

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the complex world of turbulence, a phenomenon that has fascinated scientists and mathematicians for centuries. The author explores the historical development of turbulence theory, beginning with the pioneering work of Reynolds and Taylor, who first encountered the challenge of describing the seemingly random and unpredictable motion of fluids. The central focus of the book lies in the 'closure problem' - the fundamental difficulty in deriving a complete mathematical description of turbulence from its governing equations. The author meticulously examines the mathematical formulations that have been proposed to overcome this challenge, including approaches by Deissler, Hopf, Kraichnan, Proudman and Reid, and Tatsumi. By comparing these various analytical techniques and illustrating their strengths and weaknesses, the author reveals the fascinating interplay between theoretical complexity and the need for practical approximations. The book's detailed analysis of the cumulant-discard approximations and the stochastic model approaches offers a unique perspective on the limitations and potential of these methods. Through his insightful exploration, the author brings to light the deep challenges and potential solutions that lie at the heart of turbulence theory, ultimately highlighting the ongoing search for a comprehensive understanding of this complex phenomenon. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…