Dams

Anton J. Schleiss, Henri Pougatsch

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Presses Polytechniques et Universitaires Romandes
05 May 2023

Technology: general issues; Hydraulic engineering

A clear and enriching examination of the basic design and dimensioning principles that govern dam engineering.

Dams are one of the largest and most complex civil engineering projects and have always been an important element in development and economic prosperity. Their major role is to store water supplies to meet the vital and energy needs of the populations, to protect people and landscapes from the destructive effects of water, and to serve as a recourse in the event of water shortages.

Dams clearly articulates the basic design and dimensioning principles that govern dam engineering. It also details a three-pillar safety concept, the different types of concrete and embankment dams as well as their impact on the environment, foundation design, and monitoring and maintenance. The material is enriched with numerous examples that reflect the internationally recognized competence of Swiss engineering in dam design. Clear and thorough, Dams enriches readers’ understanding of dam engineering.

By: Anton J. Schleiss, Henri Pougatsch
Imprint: Presses Polytechniques et Universitaires Romandes
Country of Publication: Switzerland
Dimensions: Height: 9mm, Width: 7mm,
ISBN: 9782889154852
ISBN 10: 2889154858
Pages: 790
Publication Date: 05 May 2023
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

"""1. Introduction 2. The Development and Future of Dams 3. Different Types of Dams 4. Impacts on the Environment 5. Dam Safety Concept 6. Hazards and Damage Affecting Dams and Their Foundations 7. Types of Failure 8. Protection Measures 9. Risk Analysis 10. Identifying Conditions Related to the Site 11. Actions and Forces 12. Administrative Procedures and Requirements 13. Gravity dams 14. Hollow Gravity Dams and Buttress Dams 15. Arch Dams 16. Multiple Arch Dams 17. Roller Compacted Concrete Dams (RCC) 18. Concrete Technology 19. Concrete Behavior and Observed Phenomena 20. Embarkemnt Dams: Overview 21. Zoned Embankment Dams 22. Embankment Dam with Asphalt Concrete Core 23. Embankment Dam with an Upstream Facing 24. Construction and Behavior of Embankment Dams 25. Stability Analysis 26. Structural Details 27. Excavations 28. Grouting of Rock Foundations 29. Other Methods for Treating Foundations 30. Necessary Operating Documents 31. Surveillance and Maintenance 32. Emergency Planning and Public Safety 33. Issues Created by Reservoir Sedimentation and Their Mitigation"

Anton J. Schleiss is professor emeritus at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne (EPFL). With more than forty years of experience, he is regularly involved as a consultant and expert in large water infrastructure projects including hydropower and dams all over the world. Henri Pougatsch was named Swiss commissioner responsible for dam safety from 1997–2004. He also served as a member of the Franco-Swiss Permanent Supervision Commission of the Emosson Dam. In 2019 he became an honorary member of the Swiss Dams Committee.

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Dams

Anton J. Schleiss, Henri Pougatsch

$331.95

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