Fluid Dynamics
Fluid dynamics is a branch of physics and engineering that studies the motion of fluids (liquids and gases) and the forces acting on them. It involves analyzing flow patterns, pressure distributions, and turbulence using mathematical models and computational simulations. This field is fundamental to understanding phenomena like aerodynamics, weather systems, and fluid transport in pipes.
Developers should learn fluid dynamics when working on simulations, computational modeling, or applications in aerospace, automotive, climate science, or gaming (e.g., for realistic fluid effects). It provides the theoretical basis for solving problems involving fluid flow, heat transfer, and related physical processes, often implemented through numerical methods in software.