9 Best Books on Compressible Flow

We have compiled a list of the Best Reference Books on Compressible Flow, which are used by students of top universities, and colleges. This will help you choose the right book depending on if you are a beginner or an expert. Here is the complete list of Compressible Flow Books with their authors, publishers, and an unbiased review of them as well as links to the Amazon website to directly purchase them. If permissible, you can also download the free PDF books on Compressible Flow below.

 
1."Large Eddy Simulation for Compressible Flows (Scientific Computation)" by Eric Garnier and Nikolaus Adams
“Large Eddy Simulation for Compressible Flows (Scientific Computation) 2009th Edition” Book Review: This book explores both the application in the industry and the main idea of LES. The book also highlights the gap between the existing theories. The aim is also to cover the gap between research and the importance of using it in engineering models. Mathematical framework for understanding the concept is presented after explaining the fundamentals. Functional modeling has been explained along with explaining implicit models from a functional perspective. Explicit structural models along with its components are also discussed. The book concludes with applications and discussions of shock related problems.

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2."Fundamentals of Compressible Flow" by S.M. Yahya
“Fundamentals of Compressible Flow” Book Review: The book is mainly designed for students completing their engineering in the field of aerospace. It also is referred for some fundamentals for students completing post-graduation. The text highlights on building a strong foundation for the beginners in this field by giving a lot of theoretical explanation about fundamental properties of aerospace propulsion. It is divided into chapters and every chapter is backed by numerous problem statements with detailed solutions. This all combined helps the readers to understand the text easily and can excel in the subject.

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3."Modern Compressible Flow: with Historical Perspective" by John Anderson
“Modern Compressible Flow: with Historical Perspective” Book Review: The book’s third edition uses several historical accounts to illustrate the evolution of the field. It presents the concept in a straightforward manner and includes roadmaps and information boxes for additional details. Additionally, the book balances newer methods with traditional ones.

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4."Introduction to Compressible Fluid Flow, Second Edition (Heat Transfer)" by Patrick H Oosthuizen and William E Carscallen
“Introduction to Compressible Fluid Flow (Heat Transfer) 2nd Edition” Book Review: This book gives a lot of information about compressible flows. It explains concepts and ideas related to compressible flows and how to analyze them. It talks about different things like expansion of waves, nozzle characteristics, and more. It’s important to understand how to use these ideas in real-life situations, and the book explains how to do that. There are problems and examples with answers to help you practice what you learn. The book also includes summaries of the most important equations so that you can easily find them when you need them.

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5."Gas Tables: For Compressible Flow Calculations" by S M Yahya
“Gas Tables : For Compressible Flow Calculations 6th Revised edition” Book Review: This book is helpful for use in the classroom, in examinations as well as in laboratories. It covers a wide range estimated values of power required for fans, blowers and compressors. It is useful in carrying out calculations in the field of Gas Dynamics, Fluid Mechanics and Aerodynamics.

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6."The Dynamics And Thermodynamics Of Compressible Fluid Flow" by Ascher H Shapiro
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7."Modern Compressible Flow: With Historical Perspective" by John D Anderson
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8."Schaum's Outline of Fluid Dynamics (Schaums' Engineering)" by William F Hughes and John A Brighton
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9."Dynamics and Thermodynamics of Compressible Fluid Flow Vol.II" by A.H. Shapiro
“Dynamics and Thermodynamics of Compressible Fluid Flow Vol.II” Book Review: This book is a revised version of the volume I consisting of complete information regarding fluid dynamics. Main chapters included are supersonic flows in 3 dimensions, wings of finite span, hypersonic flow, mixed supersonic-subsonic flows. Other topics included are transonic similarity law, shock-wave boundary layer interaction. This book contains a large number of equations with worked-out problems. Book references at the end of the book are also provided for further studying. This book is suitable for mechanical and aerospace engineering students.

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