Recent Advances in Dam Engineering

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Synopsis

This book discusses recent developments in dam engineering, covering theoretical as well as practical aspects. The chapters provide detailed descriptions of the types, surveys and investigations, layouts, design, thermal stresses and foundation of dams. The differences between various theories/methods of analysis used in design and their practical application and limitations are clarified.The book focuses on earth fills and landfills and stresses the importance of the foundation treatment. Failure of embankment dams is discussed particularly in the planning and construction stages of the dam. The environmental impact of dams is treated with references to river diversions and reservoir sedimentation. The book is written as a reference book for professional engineers and is also suitable for post graduate courses.

Book details

Edition:
1st ed. 2022
Author:
B.N. Asthana, Deepak Khare
ISBN:
9783030322786
Related ISBNs:
9783030322779
Publisher:
Springer International Publishing
Pages:
N/A
Reading age:
Not specified
Includes images:
Yes
Date of addition:
2022-08-31
Usage restrictions:
Copyright
Copyright date:
2022
Copyright by:
Capital Publishing Company, New Delhi, India 
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Categories:
Earth Sciences, Nonfiction, Science, Technology