The chapter "Applied Hydraulic Transients" from the third edition of the book covers various aspects of hydraulic transient analysis. It begins with an introduction to basic concepts and transient-flow equations, followed by a detailed exploration of numerical methods for solving these equations, including characteristic equations, boundary conditions, convergence, and stability. The chapter then delves into specific applications, such as transients in pumping systems, hydroelectric power plants, cooling-water systems, long oil pipelines, periodic flows and resonance, cavitation and column separation, and transient control. Each section includes case studies and practical design considerations. The book also provides design charts and programs for solving transient problems, making it a comprehensive resource for engineers and researchers in the field of hydraulic engineering.The chapter "Applied Hydraulic Transients" from the third edition of the book covers various aspects of hydraulic transient analysis. It begins with an introduction to basic concepts and transient-flow equations, followed by a detailed exploration of numerical methods for solving these equations, including characteristic equations, boundary conditions, convergence, and stability. The chapter then delves into specific applications, such as transients in pumping systems, hydroelectric power plants, cooling-water systems, long oil pipelines, periodic flows and resonance, cavitation and column separation, and transient control. Each section includes case studies and practical design considerations. The book also provides design charts and programs for solving transient problems, making it a comprehensive resource for engineers and researchers in the field of hydraulic engineering.