Coastal Defences: Processes, Problems and Solutions

by Peter W. French

Overview

Coastal Defences aims to present the broad spectrum of methods that engineers use to protect the coastline and investigates the sorts of issues that can arise as a result. The first section of the book examines 'traditional' hard techniques, such as sea walls and groynes, whilst the second looks at the more recent trend of using techniques more sympathetic to nature. By looking at each of the main methods of coastal protection in detail, the book investigates the rationale for using each method and the consequent management issues, presenting a case for and against each of the techniques.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781134640188
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	01/04/2002
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	384
File size:	6 MB

About the Author

Peter W. French

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to coastal defences 2. The role of coastal processes in coastal defence management Section I. Hard Approaches to Coastal Defence 3. Sea walls and revetments 4. Groynes and Jetties (Shore normal structures) 5. Cliff stabilisation 6. Offshore breakwaters Section II. Soft Approaches to Coastal Defence 7. Beach feeding 8. Dune Building 9. Increasing natural sedimentation in mudflat environments 10. Managed realignment Section III. Coastal Defence in a Changing Environment 11. Coastal defences revisited 12. Coastal defences in the future

Editorial Reviews

French (physical geography, U. of London) examines the range of methods used by engineers to protect coastlines around the world, and discusses the problems and issues generated by coastal defense strategies. Introductory chapters provide background information on coastal defense and the role of coastal processes in coastal defense management. Several chapters focus on traditional, hard approaches to coastal defense: sea walls and revetments, groynes and jetties, cliff stabilization, and offshore structures such as breakwaters and sills. Soft approaches are also examined, including sedimentation in mudflat environments, and managed realignment. The text concludes with a discussion of future coastal defense management and policies. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Booknews

' ... a clear, well written text ... its strength lies in its user-friendly design and readability ... a very worthwhile compendium on coastal defence engineering options (which) should facilitate sensible, sustainable coastal defence decision-making around the world.' - Environmental Conservation 29:4

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