Module 1
Chapter 1
: Introduction and Fundamental Concepts
The chapter contains
Lecture 1
Definition of Stress
Definition of Fluid
Newton's Parallel Plate Experiment
Distinction Between Solid and Fluid
Concept of Continum
Fluid Properties
Viscosity
Causes of Viscosity
No -slip Condition of Viscous Fluids
Lecture 2
Distinction between Newtonian and Non-Newtonian Fluid
Ideal Fluid
Non-Newtonian Fluid
Pseudoplastic fluids
Dilatant fluids
Bingham plastic
Compressibility
Distinction between an Incompressible and a Compressible Flow
Surface Tension of Liquids
Capillarity
Vapour pressure
Exercise Problem