Date of Award
7-28-1978
Degree Type
Master's Essay - Restricted
Degree Name
Master of Science (MS)
Department
Mechanical Engineering
Abstract
Any legitimate attempt to describe physical phenomena in terms of abstract symbols and mathematical equations requires a basis for its formulation. This is true whether the phenomenon under study be as simple as a spherical mass falling in free space or as complex as the gyroscopic motions of a spinning top. This foundation, so to speak, upon which all theoretical developments are built, is commonly referred to as a model of the system. The more elaborate the model one chooses, the more complex becomes the theory required to develop it. Although a complex theoretical analysis is avoided whenever possible, it does, in general, have the advantage of achieving results to a higher degree of accuracy than less simple analyses. The importance of selecting an appropriate model, whether simple or complex, cannot be overemphasized for the success of any theory.
Recommended Citation
Latus, Alan J., "On the Transport Properties of Viscosity and Thermal Conductivity for Binary Gas Mixtures at Low Density" (1978). Master's Essays (1922 - ). 1606.
https://epublications.marquette.edu/essays/1606