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Fundamentals of Aerodynamics, 6th Edition by John D. Anderson, Jr. is the widely used aerospace engineering text on the theoretical and physical foundations of aerodynamics, written in an intentionally conversational, self-teaching style. Aerospace and mechanical engineering programs can source it in bulk directly through Global Academic Supply.
Key Features
- 6th edition hardcover, McGraw-Hill Education, 2016
- Learning objectives added to every chapter, plus new "Integrated Work Challenges" for whole-chapter problem integration
- Covers fundamental principles/governing equations, inviscid incompressible flow (airfoils, finite wings), inviscid compressible flow (shock waves, nozzles, subsonic/supersonic/hypersonic flow), and an introduction to viscous flow
- Extensive historical notes on the origins of aerodynamic technology
Specifications
- Author: John D. Anderson, Jr.
- Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
- Edition: 6th
- Format: Hardcover
- ISBN-13: 9781259129919
- ISBN-10: 1259129918
- Publication date: 2016
Buy in Bulk from Global Academic Supply
Fundamentals of Aerodynamics, 6th Edition is available to order through Global Academic Supply at $116.99 per copy for 5+, $113.99 for 10+, and $109.99 for 25+, against a $119.99 list price. Institutions can pay by purchase order with Net-30 terms, and tax-exempt certificates are accepted for qualifying organizations.
About This Edition
Written by John D. Anderson, Jr., Fundamentals of Aerodynamics is one of the standard aerospace engineering references, known for its conversational, self-teaching approach and rich historical context. It is a natural bulk title for aerospace and mechanical engineering programs teaching on the same edition.
Product Details
| ISBN-13 | 9781259129919 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10 | 1259129918 |
| Edition | 6th |
| Authors | John D. Anderson, Jr. |
| Publisher | McGraw-Hill Education |
| Publication date | 2016 |
| Format | Hardcover |
| Language | English |
| Category | Engineering & Technology |
| Subcategory | Aerospace Engineering |
| List price | $99.99 / copy |
| Min. order | 5 copies |
| Condition | New |
Table of Contents
- Aerodynamics: Some Introductory Thoughts
- Aerodynamics: Some Fundamental Principles and Equations
Part Two: Inviscid, Incompressible Flow
- Fundamentals of Inviscid, Incompressible Flow
- Incompressible Flow over Airfoils
- Incompressible Flow over Finite Wings
- Three-Dimensional Incompressible Flow
Part Three: Inviscid, Compressible Flow
- Compressible Flow: Some Preliminary Aspects
- Normal Shock Waves and Related Topics
- Oblique Shock and Expansion Waves
- Compressible Flow Through Nozzles, Diffusers, and Wind Tunnels
- Subsonic Compressible Flow over Airfoils: Linear Theory
- Linearized Supersonic Flow
- Introduction to Numerical Techniques for Nonlinear Supersonic Flow
- Elements of Hypersonic Flow
Part Four: Viscous Flow
- Introduction to the Fundamental Principles and Equations of Viscous Flow
- Some Special Cases: Couette and Poiseuille Flows
- Introduction to Boundary Layers
- Laminar Boundary Layers
- Turbulent Boundary Layers
- Navier-Stokes Solutions: Some Examples
Key Topics
- Aerodynamic principles and governing equations
- Inviscid and incompressible flow
- Airfoil and finite-wing aerodynamics
- Compressible flow
- Normal and oblique shock waves
- Supersonic and hypersonic flow
- Nozzles, diffusers, and wind tunnels
- Viscous flow
- Laminar and turbulent boundary layers
- Navier-Stokes equations
- Numerical aerodynamic methods
Who This Is For
- Aerospace engineering students
- Mechanical engineering students
- Aeronautical engineering students
- Aerospace and aerodynamics engineers
- Engineers working in aircraft design and analysis
- Researchers studying fluid mechanics and aerodynamics
- Faculty teaching aerodynamics
- Universities, engineering schools, laboratories, and aerospace organizations
Institutional & Bulk Ordering
- Minimum order: 5 copies, with tiered pricing at higher quantities
- Purchase orders and Net-30 terms accepted for qualifying institutions
- Tax-exempt certificates accepted for qualifying accounts
- Free worldwide shipping, no sales tax
Edition & Identifier Check
Always confirm this exact ISBN-13 and edition (9781259129919) against your syllabus or procurement request before ordering — editions of this title are not interchangeable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is this book for?
A: Aerospace and mechanical engineering programs teaching undergraduate and graduate aerodynamics.
Q: What edition and format is this?
A: The 6th edition, hardcover, published by McGraw-Hill Education in 2016.
Q: What does this book cover?
A: Fundamental principles and governing equations; inviscid incompressible flow (airfoils and finite wings); inviscid compressible flow (shock waves, expansion waves, nozzles/diffusers, subsonic/supersonic airfoil theory, hypersonic flow); and an introduction to viscous flow — with learning objectives, historical notes, and Integrated Work Challenges added in this edition.
Q: What bulk pricing tiers apply to this title?
A: $116.99 per copy for 5+, $113.99 for 10+, $109.99 for 25+, and a custom quote at 100+, against a $119.99 list price.
Q: Is it in stock for a bulk order?
A: Yes, it's currently in stock and available for bulk order.