
S.J. Rajeev emphasises general principles of physics illustrated by simple examples in fluid mechanics. Advanced mathematics (e.g., Riemannian geometry and Lie groups) commonly used in other parts of theoretical physics (e.g. general relativity or high energy physics) are explained and applied to fluid mechanics.
How can the principles of Riemannian geometry and Lie groups provide a unified framework for understanding the fundamental behavior of fluid mechanics? Sarada G. Rajeev, a physicist with expertise in theoretical physics, bridges the gap between classical fluid dynamics and advanced mathematical structures. By utilizing examples from fluid mechanics, the author demonstrates that the complex equations governing fluid motion can be interpreted through the lens of geometric and algebraic methods typically reserved for general relativity and high-energy physics.
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Experts recognize this text as a specialized resource for those seeking to connect fluid dynamics with advanced theoretical physics frameworks. Readers frequently note the high level of mathematical density, making it most suitable for graduate-level students and researchers in physics.
Page Count:
0
Publication Date:
1900-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
019184313X
ISBN-13:
9780191843136
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