Breakwaters and Closure Dams

Breakwaters and closure dams belong to the most spectacular hydraulic structures. They are exposed to the most severe loading by waves and currents, either during their construction, or during their life cycle. Design and construction of these structures are that much interrelated that a proper understanding is not possible without a thorough knowledge of theory and a proper understanding of practical matters. This book attempts to offer this combination to the graduate student. It starts with a description of the functional requirements, it discusses the relevant theory and shows the application of experience and theoretical knowledge to the design.d'Angremond, Kees is the author of 'Breakwaters and Closure Dams' with ISBN 9780415332569 and ISBN 0415332567.