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19. Introduction to wave mechanics (Contd.)

The chapter delves into the fundamentals of wave mechanics, focusing on boundary conditions related to fluid dynamics, including bottom and free surface conditions. It explores various cases, such as horizontal and sloping bottoms, and introduces the concepts of dynamic boundary conditions, kinematic conditions, and their mathematical implications in fluid dynamics. Finally, it outlines assumptions necessary for applying Bernoulli's equations to derive velocity potentials.

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Sections

  • 1

    Hydraulic Engineering

    This section outlines the fundamental concepts of hydraulic engineering, focusing on wave mechanics and boundary conditions.

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  • 1.1

    Lecture # 60: Introduction To Wave Mechanics (Contd.)

    This section continues the exploration of wave mechanics by dissecting various boundary conditions critical in hydraulic engineering.

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  • 2

    Bottom Boundary Conditions (Bbc)

    This section discusses the Bottom Boundary Conditions in hydraulic engineering, detailing their significance and mathematical representations.

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  • 2.1

    Application Of Kinematic Boundary Condition

    This section discusses the application of the kinematic boundary condition in hydraulic engineering, particularly focusing on bottom boundary conditions.

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  • 2.2

    Horizontal Bottom Assumption

    This section addresses the bottom boundary conditions in hydraulic engineering, focusing on horizontal bottom assumptions and their implications for wave mechanics.

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  • 2.3

    Sloping Bottom Analysis

    This section discusses the bottom boundary conditions in hydraulic engineering, focusing on the analysis of sloping bottoms in fluid mechanics and their implications on wave dynamics.

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  • 3

    Kinematic Free Surface Boundary Condition

    This section introduces the concept of kinematic free surface boundary conditions in hydraulic engineering, focusing on its application to water flow dynamics and wave mechanics.

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  • 3.1

    Dynamic Free Surface Boundary Condition

    This section explores the dynamics of free surface boundary conditions in hydraulic engineering, focusing on how these conditions influence wave mechanics.

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  • 3.2

    Derivation And Application

    This section covers the derivation of various boundary conditions in hydraulic engineering, focusing primarily on bottom boundary conditions and free surface dynamics.

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  • 4

    Pressure Distribution On Free Surface

    This section discusses the concept of pressure distribution along the free surface in fluid mechanics, detailing boundary conditions and their implications.

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  • 4.1

    Dynamic Boundary Condition Overview

    This section provides an overview of dynamic boundary conditions in hydraulic engineering, focusing on bottom boundary conditions and dynamic free surface conditions.

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  • 4.2

    Unsteady Bernoulli's Equation And Application

    This section discusses the unsteady Bernoulli's equation and its application in hydraulic engineering, particularly concerning boundary conditions.

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  • 5

    Lateral Boundary Conditions

    This section discusses the various lateral boundary conditions applied in hydraulic engineering, particularly concerning wave mechanics.

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  • 5.1

    Conditions For Flow In X And Y Directions

    This section explores the conditions governing flow in hydraulic engineering, focusing on boundary conditions in both vertical and horizontal directions.

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  • 5.2

    Periodic Boundary Conditions

    Periodic boundary conditions define the behavior of waves in hydraulic engineering, particularly in an ocean wave context, stating how conditions repeat over certain intervals in space and time.

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  • 6

    Derivation Of The Velocity Potential

    This section explores the derivation of the velocity potential in the context of hydraulic engineering, focusing on boundary conditions and the application of the Laplace equation under irrotational flow assumptions.

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  • 6.1

    Assumptions For Velocity Potential Derivation

    This section outlines the fundamental assumptions necessary for deriving the velocity potential in hydraulic engineering.

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  • 6.2

    Governing Equations: Laplace Equation

    This section introduces the Laplace equation as a fundamental governing equation in hydraulic engineering, detailing boundary conditions related to water surfaces.

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  • 7

    Boundary Conditions Summary

    This section provides an overview of the boundary conditions relevant to hydraulic engineering, focusing on kinematic and dynamic conditions, especially at the bottom and free surfaces.

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  • 7.1

    Linearization Of The Bernoulli's Equation

    This section discusses the linearization of Bernoulli's Equation in the context of hydraulic engineering, focusing on bottom boundary conditions and dynamic free surface conditions.

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  • 7.2

    Explicit Equation In Terms Of Velocity Potential

    This section discusses the derivation of the explicit equation regarding velocity potential in hydraulic engineering, emphasizing boundary conditions.

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