Modeling Ships and Space Craft: The Science and Art of Mastering the Oceans and Sky

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Gina Hagler

Modeling Ships and Space Craft

The Science and Art of Mastering the Oceans and Sky

Gina Hagler

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English

Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
09 October 2012

Fluid mechanics; Shipbuilding technology, engineering & trades; Aerospace & aviation technology

Modeling Ships and Space Craft: The Science and Art of Mastering the Oceans and Sky begins with the theories of Aristotle and Archimedes, moving on to examine the work of Froude and Taylor, the early aviators and the Wright Brothers, Goddard and the other rocket men, and the computational fluid dynamic models of our time. It examines the ways each used fluid dynamic principles in the design of their vessels. In the process, this book covers the history of hydrodynamic (aero and fluid) theory and its progression – with some very accessible science examples – including seminal theories. Hydrodynamic principles in action are also explored with examples from nature and the works of man. This is a book for anyone interested in the history of technology – specifically the methods and science behind the use of scale models and hydrodynamic principles in the marine and aeronautical designs of today.

By: Gina Hagler
Imprint: Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 2013 ed.
Dimensions: Height: 235mm, Width: 155mm, Spine: 13mm
Weight: 4.044kg
ISBN: 9781461445951
ISBN 10: 1461445957
Pages: 249
Publication Date: 09 October 2012
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Gina Hagler is a freelance writer and member of the National Association of Science Writers, and the American Society of Journalists and Authors. Her scientific interests range from the history of scientific discoveries to the science of sports, with a special focus on the rapid introduction of new technologies at the start of the twentieth century. Her work has been published in a number of venues and she blogs regularly about science and technology at synthesisblog.wordpress.com.

Reviews for Modeling Ships and Space Craft: The Science and Art of Mastering the Oceans and Sky

From the reviews: Science writer Hagler begins with an introduction to fluid dynamics, focusing on birds, bats, insects, seeds, etc. The author then discusses ships and airplanes. She addresses the history of fluid dynamics in some detail. ... the book does contain some good writing and interesting information on the history of technology. Summing Up: Recommended. ... General readers and professionals/practitioners. (A. M. Strauss, Choice, Vol. 51 (5), January, 2014)