Lemons, Don S.
A Student's Guide to Dimensional Analysis (Student's Guides)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781316613818
- author:
- Lemons, Don S.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 121
- Dimensions:
- 17.02 x 0.76 x 22.86 centimetres
- Genre:
- Science, Physics, Science
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
A Student's Guide to Dimensional Analysis by Don S. Lemons provides a comprehensive introduction to dimensional analysis, covering its methods, history, and applications in physics and engineering. This book explores the field through various topics, including mechanics, hydro- and electrodynamics, thermal and quantum physics, helping students understand the possibilities and limitations of dimensional analysis. With worked examples and end-of-chapter problems, this text is ideal for self-study, making it a useful resource for advanced students and professionals. The book also addresses long-standing methodological problems in popular presentations of dimensional analysis, providing a valuable insight into its applications.