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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book explores the implementation, principles, construction, operational development, and improvement of both rivers and canals, alongside comprehensive historical case studies at home and abroad. The author draws on extensive field research and observation of river and canal engineering over the past two hundred years. The author begins with an overview of river and canal basins, their physical characteristics, rainfall, evaporation, and flow rates. From there, the book delves into the design and construction of locks, weirs, flumes, and reservoirs, before exploring the challenges and countermeasures associated with flooding. Next, the author considers river and canal maintenance, dredging, waste removal, and the environmental impact of these activities. The book concludes with illustrative case studies of canal and river navigation projects, such as the Amsterdamâ"Rhine Canal and the Panama Canal. The book presents a wealth of knowledge for students, practitioners, and researchers involved in river and canal engineering, providing a comprehensive understanding of the evolution and intricacies of this field. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332316229_0
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