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The rock manual the use of rock in hydraulic engineering

By: Contributor(s): Language: English Publication details: CIRIA London 2007Edition: 2nd edDescription: xxxvi, 1268p. ill. 30cm. 1 CD-ROMISBN:
  • 9780860176831
Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • 627 $2 18
Partial contents:
Introduction -- Planning and designing rock works -- Materials -- Physical site conditions and data collection -- Physical processes and design tools -- Design of marine structures -- Design of closure works -- Design of river and canal structures -- Construction -- Monitoring, inspection and maintenance and repair.
Summary: Provides guidance to help ensure that projects are environmentally friendly and sustainable. Brings together research and technical information with practical experience.

Introduction -- Planning and designing rock works -- Materials -- Physical site conditions and data collection -- Physical processes and design tools -- Design of marine structures -- Design of closure works -- Design of river and canal structures -- Construction -- Monitoring, inspection and maintenance and repair.

Provides guidance to help ensure that projects are environmentally friendly and sustainable. Brings together research and technical information with practical experience.