Dimensional Analysis & Boundary Layer Theory
The chapter discusses foundational concepts of dimensional analysis and boundary layer theory. Key methods such as the Buckingham Pi Theorem and the importance of dimensionless parameters like the Reynolds Number are highlighted. The chapter also explains similitude and model testing, including different types of similarity, and introduces basic boundary layer concepts proposed by Ludwig Prandtl, detailing the characteristics and significance of laminar and turbulent boundary layers.
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