| Magnetohydrodynamics: Historical Evolution and Trends 2007 Edition Contributor(s): Molokov, Sergei S. (Editor), Moreau, R. (Editor), Moffatt, H. Keith (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1402048327 ISBN-13: 9781402048326 Publisher: Springer OUR PRICE: $161.49 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: August 2007 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Technology & Engineering | Mechanical - Science | Mechanics - Fluids - Science | Physics - Astrophysics |
| Dewey: 538.6 |
| Series: Fluid Mechanics and Its Applications |
| Physical Information: 0.9" H x 6.2" W x 9.3" (1.85 lbs) 410 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Magnetohydrodynamics (MHD) studies the interaction between the flow of an electrically conducting fluid and magnetic fields. It involves such diverse topics as the evolution and dynamics of astrophysical objects, thermonuclear fusion, metallurgy and semiconductor crystal growth, etc. Although the first ideas in magnetohydrodynamics appeared at the beginning of the last century, the "explosion" in theoretical and experimental studies occurred in the 1950s-60s. This state-of-the-art book aims at revising the evolution of ideas in various branches of magnetohydrodynamics (astrophysics, earth and solar dynamos, plasmas, MHD turbulence and liquid metals) and reviews current trends and challenges. |