An Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics: The Finite Volume Method

by Henk Kaarle Versteeg, Weeratunge Malalasekera

This book presents some of the fundamentals of computational fluid dynamics for the novice. It provides a thorough yet user-friendly introduction to the governing equations and boundary conditions of viscous fluid flows, turbulence and its modelling and the finite volume method of solving flow patters on a computer.

Genres: Engineering, Mathematics, Stem

70 pages, Paperback

First published February 23, 1996

Reviews

[M J · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is surely one of the best books available for CFD neophytes. It is based on the FVM type of discretization (central to most commercial cfd codes) and contains excellent illustrations . However, i would recommend a prospective reader to have clear graduate level concepts of fluid dynamics fundamentals and mathematics ( numerical methods and basic calculus).
A copy of "Fluid Mechanics" by Cengel and Cimbala would be handy alongside this book.
Happy reading🤘🏻

[Medhat ullah · Rating 5 out of 5]

presents an exhaustive compendium of theoretical paradigms and algorithmic intricacies underpinning the numerical simulation of fluid flow phenomena. This magnum opus delves into the multifaceted interplay between partial differential equations, discretization methodologies, and the ensuing computational artifacts that emerge within the finite-dimensional manifold of numerical approximations.The authors exhibit a indispensible command of both classical and avant-garde CFD methodologies, encapsulating the spectral nuances of finite difference, finite volume, and finite element frameworks. The text meticulously deconstructs the Navier-Stokes equations—those perennial equations of motion—through a kaleidoscope of boundary conditions, stability criteria, and turbulence modeling paradigms, ensuring an epistemological rigor that is unparalleled.A distinctive hallmark of this tome is its unapologetic commitment to multi-grid acceleration, Krylov subspace solvers, and high-order schemes, which are treated with the mathematical profundity they warrant. The exposition of the Courant-Friedrichs-Lewy condition, as it pertains to temporal resolution, transcends the pedagogical conventions of lesser treatises, ensuring that the reader's grasp of numerical stability is not merely superficial but algorithmically astute.

[Mengke Zhan · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the best books for CFD beginner. Concepts explained in a concise and accurate way with examples. Would recommend it to anyone who starts in the field.

[Jan Špale · Rating 5 out of 5]

The best book out there to learn the fundamentals of CFD, a bit more theoretical approach but it's very clear and understandable.

[Joe Cole · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really recommend this book as a first approach. It provides easy and enjoyable reading. I still read it and follow its exercises.

[Khaled S · Rating 4 out of 5]

It is a a good book to start with, The main fluid mechanics topics are explained in a good manner, simple illustrating examples,

There is only a /little/ thing that this book does not link the topics with each other, so you need some time to get the whole thing done and connected especially for those who just don't read it to get an overview but to know "how to write a CFD code"

but on the other hand, overall, this book an introduction, so it is reasonable, maybe, to get you enlightened

[Mishaal AbdulKareem · Rating 5 out of 5]

I Highly recommend this textbook to undergraduate and postgraduate students as Reference #1 of the Computational Fluid Dynamics course. Unfortunately, this textbook doesn't contain the following:
1- No Cylindrical or spherical coordinated solved example.
2- No FORTRAN or MatLab codes for any solved example.
3- Not enough solved examples for 1D or 2D pressure-velocity linked algorithms (SIMPLE).
4- No Grid generation chapter.

[Mishaal AbdulKareem · Rating 4 out of 5]

I Highly recommend this textbook to undergraduate and postgraduate students as Reference #1 of the Computational Fluid Dynamics course. Unfortunately, this textbook doesn't contain the following:
1- No Cylindrical or spherical coordinated solved example.
2- No FORTRAN or MatLab codes for any solved example.
3- Not enough solved examples for 1D or 2D pressure-velocity linked algorithms (SIMPLE).
4- No Grid generation chapter.

[SR]

One of the simplest CFD books ever!

[Xxx]

good

[Thetmonsoe]

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