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The Life and Legacy of G. I. Taylor Book

G.I. Taylor was one of the most distinguished physical scientists of this century, using his deep insight and great mathematical skill to increase greatly our understanding of the science of solids and liquids. His discoveries and ideas have had application since throughout engineering, meteorology, oceanography and material science. How was Taylor able to be innovative in so many different ways? This interesting and unusual mix of science and biography helps us to answer that question. Professor Batchelor describes Taylor's life, achievements and background. He does so without using mathematics, making this enjoyable reading for a wide range of people, but especially those whose own interests have brought them into contact with the scientific legacy of G.I. Taylor.Read More

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    G.I. Taylor, one of the most distinguished physical scientists of this century, used his deep insight and originality to increase our understanding of phenomena such as the turbulent flow of fluids. His interest in the science of fluid flow was not confined to theory; he was one of the early pioneers of aeronautics, and designed a new type of anchor that was inspired by his passion for sailing. Taylor spent most of his working life in the Cavendish Laboratory in Cambridge, where he investigated the mechanics of fluid and solid materials; his discoveries and ideas have had application throughout mechanical, civil, and chemical engineering, meteorology, oceanography and materials science. He was also a noted research leader, and his group in Cambridge became one of the most productive centers for the study of fluid mechanics. How was Taylor able to be innovative in so many different ways? This interesting and unusual biography helps answer that question. Professor Batchelor, himself a student and close collaborator of Taylor, is ideally placed to describe Taylor's life, achievements and background. He does so without introducing any mathematical details, making this book enjoyable reading for a wide range of people--and especially those whose own interests have brought them into contact with the legacy of Taylor.

  • 0521461219
  • 9780521461214
  • G. K. Batchelor
  • 4 July 1996
  • Cambridge University Press
  • Hardcover (Book)
  • 301
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