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This proceedings contains over 261 papers presented at the 24th International Conference on Coastal Engineering which was held in Kobe, Japan, October 23-28, 1994. The book is divided into six parts: 1) Characteristics of coastal waves and currents; 2) long waves and storm surges; 3) coastal structures; 4) coastal processes and sediment transport; 5) coastal, estuarine and environmental problems; and 6) case studies. The individual papers include such topics as the effects of wind, waves, storms and currents as well as the study of sedimentation and beach nourishment. Special emphasis is given to case studies of completed engineering projects. With the inclusion of both theoretical and practical information, these papers provide the civil engineer and related fields with a broad range of information on coastal engineering.
This volume documents the state of coastal engineering research and practice as presented at the 24th International Conference on Coastal Engineering. The proceedings compile over 261 papers covering a wide spectrum of topics, including the characteristics of coastal waves and currents, long waves and storm surges, coastal structures, sediment transport, and environmental problems. Special attention is given to case studies of completed engineering projects, offering both theoretical insights and practical applications for civil engineers and related professionals.
This collection of papers from the 24th International Conference on Coastal Engineering presents a comprehensive overview of the field. The inclusion of both theoretical discussions and practical case studies suggests a resource valuable for engineers seeking to understand and address complex coastal challenges. The broad range of topics covered indicates a significant effort to capture the diverse aspects of coastal engineering as of 1994.
Page Count:
3627
Publication Date:
1995-01-01
Publisher:
American Society of Civil Engineers
ISBN-10:
0784479526
ISBN-13:
9780784479520
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