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Ludwig Prandtl
A Life for Fluid Mechanics and Aeronautical Research
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- 376 pages
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- 14 hours
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Focusing on Ludwig Prandtl's groundbreaking contributions to aerodynamics, this biography explores his pivotal role in developing the boundary layer concept and turbulence theories. It highlights his mentorship of key figures in fluid mechanics and his establishment of influential research institutions in Germany. The narrative also addresses his complex relationship with the political landscape of his time, particularly his ambiguous role during the Nazi regime, making it a valuable resource for scientists and historians interested in the evolution of fluid and aerodynamics.
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Ludwig Prandtl, Michael Eckert
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- Released
- 2019
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- Title
- Ludwig Prandtl
- Subtitle
- A Life for Fluid Mechanics and Aeronautical Research
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Michael Eckert
- Publisher
- Springer International Publishing
- Released
- 2019
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 376
- ISBN13
- 9783030056629
- Category
- Maps and Travel, Technology / Engineering, World history, Physics, Theory and history of science, Nature in general
- Description
- Focusing on Ludwig Prandtl's groundbreaking contributions to aerodynamics, this biography explores his pivotal role in developing the boundary layer concept and turbulence theories. It highlights his mentorship of key figures in fluid mechanics and his establishment of influential research institutions in Germany. The narrative also addresses his complex relationship with the political landscape of his time, particularly his ambiguous role during the Nazi regime, making it a valuable resource for scientists and historians interested in the evolution of fluid and aerodynamics.