The Genesis of Fluid Mechanics, 1640–1780

I. The Problem of Resistance

1. The Forerunners of Impact Theory: Huygens and Mariotte

2. Impact Theory: Formulation and Formalisation

3. The Evolution of the Problem of Resistance

4. Experiments on Resistance

5. Fluid-driven Machines and Naval Theories

2. The Problem of Discharge

6. Discharge from Vessels and Tanks

7. The Hydrodynamica and the Hydraulica

8. Theoretical Constructions (I): Clairaut and d'Alembert

9. Theoretical Constructions (II): Euler

10. Application of Fluid Mechanics to Pumps and Turbines

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