The Kinematics of Mixing: Stretching, Chaos, and Transport (Cambridge Texts in Applied Mathematics, Series Number 3)

Professor Ottino presents a unified and systematic account of the kinematics of mixing fluids. He suggests that fluid mixing be regarded, in some respects, as the efficent stretching and folding of material lines and surfaces. This corresponds to analyzing a particular type of dynamical system, and Ottino explores the connection. The work is heavily illustrated with line diagrams, and black-and-white and color plates. The graphics aid the reader in developing a more systematic and intuitive picture, complementing the scientific presentation given in the text itself. In spite of its universality, mixing is poorly understood and generally speaking, mixing problems are attacked on a case-by-case basis. The author's aim is to provide a conceptually clear basis from which to launch analysis and to facilitate an understanding of the numerous mixing problems encountered in nature and technology. This book attempts to provide a unified and systematic account of the kinematics for the mixing of fluids. The point of view adopted is that fluid mixing can be regarded, in some respects, as the efficient stretching and folding of material lines and surfaces J.m. Ottino. Includes Bibliographical References And Index.