EngineeringEnvironmental Science
DOI: 10.1142/7021

tlooto Summary

Coastal engineering and management explores wave theories, measurement, analysis, and design of structures to mitigate coastal erosion and protect shorelines.

Abstract

Water Waves: Wave Theories and Measurement Short-Term Wave Analysis Long-Term Wave Analysis Wave Generation Predictable Water Level: Tides Seasonal Fluctuations Long-Term Water Level Changes Including Global Climate Change Unpredictable Water Levels: Storm Surge Impulse Waves (Land Slide Generated Waves, Tsunamis) Wave Transformation and Breaking Design of Structures Breakwaters Coastal Management Coastal Sediment Transport Basic Shore Processes Coastal Design and Decision Making Coastal Modeling One-Dimensional Modeling of Coastal Morphology Failure and Resilience Shore Protection Problems.

Citation format

KAMPHUIS, J. Introduction to coastal engineering and management. Advanced Series on Ocean Engineering, 2000.