Computational Methods for Astrophysical Fluid Flow: Saas-Fee Advanced Course 27. Lecture Notes 1997 Swiss Society for Astrophysics and Astronomy

LeVeque, Randall J.; Steiner, Oskar; Mihalas, Dimitri; Gautschy, A.; Dorfi, E.A.; Müller, Ewald

This book leads directly to the most modern numerical techniques for compressible fluid flow, with special consideration given to astrophysical applications. Emphasis is put on high-resolution shock-capturing finite-volume schemes based on Riemann solvers. The applications of such schemes, in particular the PPM method, are given and include large-scale simulations of supernova explosions by core collapse and thermonuclear burning and astrophysical jets. Parts two and three treat radiation hydrodynamics. The power of adaptive (moving) grids is demonstrated with a number of stellar-physical simulations showing very crispy shock-front structures.

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Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 2010-12-15

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9783642084126

DOI: 10.1007/3-540-31632-9

Dimensions: 235.0cm x155.0cm

Pages: 510.0