An Introduction to the Geometry and Topology of Fluid Flows
By: edited by Renzo L. Ricca
Series: NATO Science Series, Series II: Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry, 1568-2609 -- 47; NATO science series -- 47.
Publisher: Springer Netherlands; Imprint; Springer
Published: 2001
Place of publication: Dordrecht
Language: eng
Format: [electronic resource] /
Number of pages: 360
ISBN-13: 9789401004466
Other titles: Proceedings of the NATO Advanced Study Institute on Pedagogical Workshop on Geometry and Topology of Fluid Flows, held in Cambridge, United Kingdom, from 11 to 22 September 2000
Description: Leading experts present a unique, invaluable introduction to the study of the geometry and typology of fluid flows. From basic motions on curves and surfaces to the recent developments in knots and links, the reader is gradually led to explore the fascinating world of geometric and topological fluid mechanics. <br/> Geodesics and chaotic orbits, magnetic knots and vortex links, continual flows and singularities become alive with more than 160 figures and examples. <br/> In the opening article, H.K. Moffatt sets the pace, proposing eight outstanding problems for the 21st century. The book goes on to provide concepts and techniques for tackling these and many other interesting open problems.