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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the topic of river trainingâ"a vital engineering practice for many centuries. It covers foundational principles, engineering methods, and real-world case studies to illustrate the concept. The author explores training techniques for rivers flowing into the sea, detailing how tidal influence complicates the process and how different approaches are needed. This book also delves into rivers that meet tideless seas, forming deltas that present unique challenges for training and navigation. It examines successful and failed projects throughout history, demonstrating the factors that determine a project's efficacy and longevity. Through a comprehensive analysis of case studies, the author reveals how an understanding of physical conditions at each river mouthâ"such as alluvium volume and density, sea-bottom slope, and tidal dynamicsâ"can guide the most effective training methods. 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 9781334565953_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334565953
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334565953
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)