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	Shock Waves Made Simple by C.S. Kumar, K. Takayama, K.P.J. Reddy
	Price : Rs 459.00
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The book essentially presents the basic concepts of Shock Wave physics without using complex mathematical theories and attempts to explain the phenomenon of Shock Waves in terms of physical explanations. After laying the foundations for understanding the physics of Shock Wave phenomenon, the book describes the Reddy tube and the procedure for its calibration, ending with a brief description of its recently developed applications. Finally the book summarizes some of the recent applications of Shock Waves.

Table of Contents:

Introduction

Preliminary Ideas
Regimes of Flow
Basic Concepts
Shock Waves vs. Blast Waves
Are Shock Waves Actually Waves?
Practical Applications of Shock Waves

Shock Waves

Normal Shock Wave
Oblique Shock Wave
Expansion Waves
Summary

Shock Tubes

Moving Normal Shock Wave
Working of a Shock Tube
Shock Tube Equations
Some Practical Aspects
Shock Tube Instrumentation
Calibration of Shock Tube
Modifications to Shock Tube
Reddy Tube
Practical Uses of Shock Tube

Shock Tunnels

Nozzles and Diffusers
Convergent-Divergent Nozzle
Supersonic Wind Tunnel
Shock Tunnel
Shock Tunnel Diagnostics
Application

Unsteady Flows and Shock Waves

Introduction
Shock Tube Flows
Reflected Shock Waves
Underwater Shock Waves

Practical Applications of Shock Waves

Scramjet Engine
Projectile Launcher
Needle-less Drug Delivery
Blasting of Kidney Stones
Shale Fracturing
Blast Wave Mitigation
Industrial Applications
Final WordISBN - 9788126551415

Pages : 120