A Modern Introduction to the Mathematical Theory of Water Waves |
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| Author:
| Johnson, R. S. |
| Contribution by:
| Crighton, D. G.
Ablowitz, M. J.
Davis, S. H.
Hinch, E. J.
Iserles, A.
Ockendon, J.
Olver, P. J. |
| Series title: | Cambridge Texts in Applied Mathematics Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-521-59832-3 |
| Publication Date: | Oct 1997 |
| Publisher: | Cambridge University Press
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $84.99 |
Book Description:
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The theory of water waves has been a source of intriguing and oftendifficult mathematical problems for at least 150 years. This text briefly discusses fluid mechanics. It then considers the classical problems in linear and non-linear water-wave theory, as well as more modern aspects -- problems that give rise to soliton-type equations. Lastly it examines the effects of viscosity. All the mathematical developments are presented in a straightforward manner. Exercises, further reading,...
More DescriptionThe theory of water waves has been a source of intriguing and oftendifficult mathematical problems for at least 150 years. This text briefly discusses fluid mechanics. It then considers the classical problems in linear and non-linear water-wave theory, as well as more modern aspects -- problems that give rise to soliton-type equations. Lastly it examines the effects of viscosity. All the mathematical developments are presented in a straightforward manner. Exercises, further reading, and historical notes make this an ideal text for graduate students.