springer.com Physics : Fluid- and Aerodynamics Eckert, Michael Ludwig Prandtl A Life for Fluid Mechanics and Aeronautical Research A comprehensive biography of a pioneer in fluid mechanics Provides fascinating insights into many facets of German science spanning two World Wars Detailed and carefully referenced work by a leading historian of science This is a comprehensive biography of Ludwig Prandtl (1875-1953), the father of modern aerodynamics. His name is associated most famously with the boundary layer concept, but also with several other topics in 20th century fluid mechanics, particularly turbulence (Prandtl's mixing length). Among his disciples are pioneers of modern fluid mechanics such as Heinrich Blasius, Theodore von Kármán and Walter Tollmien. Furthermore, Prandtl founded the Aerodynamische Versuchsanstalt (AVA) and the Kaiser-Wilhelm-Institut für Strömungsforschung in Göttingen, both of them seeds for the growth of fluid mechanics in Germany. Yet Prandtl Springer was also a representative of aeronautical research - from Imperial Germany via the Weimar 1st ed. 2019, XVI, 360 p. 52 Republic to the "Third Reich". Although not a party member, he assumed the role of a goodwill 1st illus., 5 illus. in color. ambassador for Nazi Germany. This objective treatment of his career will be of interest to all edition scientists and historians wanting to learn more about Prandtl's influence and the early development of fluid- and aerodynamics. Printed book Order online at springer.com/booksellers Hardcover Springer Nature Customer Service Center LLC 233 Spring Street Printed book New York, NY 10013 Hardcover USA ISBN 978-3-030-05662-9 T: +1-800-SPRINGER NATURE $ 109,99 (777-4643) or 212-460-1500 Available [email protected] Discount group Professional Books (2) Product category Biography Series Springer Biographies Other renditions Softcover ISBN 978-3-030-05664-3 Prices and other details are subject to change without notice. All errors and omissions excepted. Americas: Tax will be added where applicable. Canadian residents please add PST, QST or GST. Please add $5.00 for shipping one book and $ 1.00 for each additional book. Outside the US and Canada add $ 10.00 for first book, $5.00 for each additional book. If an order cannot be fulfilled within 90 days, payment will be refunded upon request. Prices are payable in US currency or its equivalent. ISBN 978-3-030-05662-9 / BIC: PHDF / SPRINGER NATURE: SCP21026 Part of .