River, Coastal and Estuarine Morphodynamics

River, Coastal and Estuarine Morphodynamics

Author: Gary Parker

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2005-09-29

Total Pages: 1281

ISBN-13: 1439833893

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The proceedings of the 4th Symposium on River, Coastal and Estuarine Morphodynamics offers the latest research results concerning quantitative modelling of the interaction of water and sediment and the shapes this interaction makes in rivers, watersheds, estuaries, the coast, the continental shelf and the deep sea. Morphodynamics is the study of the evolution of landscape and seascape features, from small scale to large.


Coastal Engineering 2004 - Proceedings Of The 29th International Conference (In 4 Vols)

Coastal Engineering 2004 - Proceedings Of The 29th International Conference (In 4 Vols)

Author: Jane Mckee Smith

Publisher: World Scientific

Published: 2005-04-08

Total Pages: 4836

ISBN-13: 9814480525

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This comprehensive and up-to-date volume contains 367 papers presented at the 29th International Conference on Coastal Engineering, held in Lisbon, Portugal, 19-24 September 2004. It is divided into five parts: waves; long waves, nearshore currents, and swash; sediment transport and morphology; coastal management, beach nourishment, and dredging; coastal structures. The contributions cover a broad range of topics including theory, numerical and physical modeling, field measurements, case studies, design, and management. Coastal Engineering 2004 provides engineers, scientists, and planners state-of-the-art information on coastal engineering and coastal processes.The proceedings have been selected for coverage in:


Introduction to the Physics of Cohesive Sediment Dynamics in the Marine Environment

Introduction to the Physics of Cohesive Sediment Dynamics in the Marine Environment

Author: Johan C. Winterwerp

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2004-08-20

Total Pages: 577

ISBN-13: 0080473733

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This book is an introduction to the physical processes of cohesive sediment in the marine environment. It focuses on highly dynamic systems, such as estuaries and coastal seas. Processes on the continental shelf are also discussed and attention is given to the effects of chemistry, biology and gas.The process descriptions are based on hydrodynamic and soil mechanic principles, which integrate at the soil-water interface. This approach is substantiated through a classification scheme of sediment occurrences in which distinction is made between cohesive and granular material. Emphasis is also placed on the important interactions between turbulent flow and cohesive sediment suspensions, and on the impact of flow-induced forces on the stability of the seabed. An overview of literature on cohesive sediment dynamics is presented and a number of new developments are highlighted, in particular in relation to floc formation, settling and sedimentation, consolidation, bed failure and liquefaction and erosion of the bed. Moreover, it presents a summary on methods and techniques to measure the various sediment properties necessary to quantify the various parameters in the physical-mathematical model descriptions. A number of examples and case studies have been included.


Informatics, Networking and Intelligent Computing

Informatics, Networking and Intelligent Computing

Author: Jiaxing Zhang

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2015-05-06

Total Pages: 2590

ISBN-13: 1138026743

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This proceedings volume contains selected papers presented at the 2014 International Conference on Informatics, Networking and Intelligent Computing, held in Shenzhen, China. Contributions cover the latest developments and advances in the field of Informatics, Networking and Intelligent Computing.


Introduction to Physical Hydrology

Introduction to Physical Hydrology

Author: Martin Hendriks

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2010-01-21

Total Pages: 352

ISBN-13: 0199296847

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Introduction to Physical Hydrology explores the principal rules that govern the flow of water by considering the four major types of water: atmospheric, ground, soil, and surface. It gives insights into the major hydrological processes, and shows how the principles of physical hydrology inform our understanding of climate and global hydrology.


Petroleum and Marine Technology Information Guide

Petroleum and Marine Technology Information Guide

Author: J. Hutcheon

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2003-09-02

Total Pages: 420

ISBN-13: 1482271230

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First published in 1981 as the Offshore Information Guide this guide to information sources has been hailed internationally as an indispensable handbook for the oil, gas and marine industries.


Rivers and Floodplains

Rivers and Floodplains

Author: John S. Bridge

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2009-04-01

Total Pages: 504

ISBN-13: 1444311263

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Rivers and Floodplains is concerned with the origin, geometry, water flow, sediment transport, erosion and deposition associated with modern alluvial rivers and floodplains, how they vary in time and space, and how this information is used to interpret deposits of ancient rivers and floodplains. There is specific reference to the types and lifestyles of organisms associated with fluvial environments, human interactions with rivers and floodplains, associated environmental and engineering concerns, as well as the economic aspects of fluvial deposits, particularly the modeling of fluvial hydrocarbon reservoirs and aquifers. Methods of studying rivers and floodplains and their deposits are also discussed. Although basic principles are emphasized, many examples are detailed. Particular emphasis is placed on how an understanding of the nature of modern rivers and floodplains is required before any problems concerning rivers and floodplains, past or present, can be addressed rationally. Rivers and Floodplains is designed as a core text for senior undergraduate and graduate students studying modern or ancient fluvial environments, particularly in earth sciences, environmental sciences and physical geography, but also in civil and agricultural engineering. College teachers, researchers, and practising professionals will also find the book an invaluable reference. Presents a process-based approach, which is relevant to modern curricula. Discusses methods of studying rivers and floodplains and their deposits. Provides many detailed examples throughout the text. Emphasises the basic principles of this subject. As the first synthesis of this entire field, it will be a must-have for all students studying modern or ancient fluvial environments. Teachers, researchers and practising professionals will find this an invaluable reference tool. Rivers and Floodplains will also be of interest to geologists, geographers and engineers.


Dynamics of the Coastal Zone

Dynamics of the Coastal Zone

Author: Matteo Postacchini

Publisher: MDPI

Published: 2020-03-19

Total Pages: 182

ISBN-13: 3039284843

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The coastal zone is the host to many human activities, which have significantly increased in the last decades. However, sea level rise and more frequent storm events severely affect beaches and coastal structures, with negative consequences and dramatic impacts on coastal communities. These aspects add to typical coastal problems, like flooding and beach erosion, which already leading to large economic losses and human fatalities. Modeling is thus fundamental for an exhaustive understanding of the nearshore region in the present and future environment. Innovative tools and technologies may help to better understand coastal processes in terms of hydrodynamics, sediment transport, bed morphology, and their interaction with coastal structures. This book collects several contributions focusing on nearshore dynamics, and span among several time and spatial scales using both physical and numerical approaches. The aim is to describe the most recent advances in coastal dynamics.


Coastal and Estuarine Fine Sediment Processes

Coastal and Estuarine Fine Sediment Processes

Author: William H. McAnally

Publisher: Gulf Professional Publishing

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 546

ISBN-13: 9780444504630

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Hardbound. The INTERCOH series of conferences bring together the world's leading researchers and practitioners in cohesive sediment transport processes to share recent insights. This book presents papers that examine the spectrum of fine sediment transport related science and engineering, including the basics and applications of flocculation, settling, deposition, and erosion, advanced numerical models used in engineering practice, and applications to mud flats and harbor siltation.