Quasilinear Hyperbolic Systems, Compressible Flows, and Waves / Edition 1

by Vishnu D. Sharma

Overview

Filled with practical examples, Quasilinear Hyperbolic Systems, Compressible Flows, and Waves presents a self-contained discussion of quasilinear hyperbolic equations and systems with applications. It emphasizes nonlinear theory and introduces some of the most active research in the field.

After linking continuum mechanics and quasilinear partial differential equations, the book discusses the scalar conservation laws and hyperbolic systems in two independent variables. Using the method of characteristics and singular surface theory, the author then presents the evolutionary behavior of weak and mild discontinuities in a quasilinear hyperbolic system. He also explains how to apply weakly nonlinear geometrical optics in nonequilibrium and stratified gas flows and demonstrates the power, generality, and elegance of group theoretic methods for solving Euler equations of gasdynamics involving shocks. The final chapter deals with the kinematics of a shock of arbitrary strength in three dimensions.

With a focus on physical applications, this text takes readers on a journey through this fascinating area of applied mathematics. It provides the essential mathematical concepts and techniques to understand the phenomena from a theoretical standpoint and to solve a variety of physical problems.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781439836903
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	04/29/2010
Series:	Monographs and Surveys in Pure and Applied Mathematics Series , #142
Pages:	282
Product dimensions:	6.12(w) x 9.19(h) x (d)

About the Author

Vishnu D. Sharma is chair professor in the Department of Mathematics at the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay (IITB). Dr. Sharma is also president of the Indian Society of Theoretical and Applied Mechanics.

Table of Contents

Hyperbolic Systems of Conservation Laws. Scalar Hyperbolic Equations in One Dimension. Hyperbolic Systems in One Space Dimension. Evolution of Weak Waves in Hyperbolic Systems. Asymptotic Waves for Quasilinear Systems. Self-Similar Solutions Involving Discontinuities and Their Interaction. Kinematics of a Shock of Arbitrary Strength. Bibliography. Index.