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The Seismicity of Central America: A Descriptive Catalogue 1898-1995
by N N Ambraseys (Imperial College) & R D Adams (International Seismological Centre, UK)

This book is the outcome of a careful and detailed study of earthquakes in Central America. It combines information from felt effects and instrumental recordings to reassess the location and size of events since the beginning of the instrumental era. Early sections describe the... more info

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The Mathematics of Natural Catastrophes
by Gordon Woo (Catastrophe Management, EQECAT, UK)

This is a unique book about natural catastrophes, focusing on the mathematical aspects of these phenomena. Although academic in style and didactic in purpose, it is practical in the treatment of the diverse issues covered, which range from hazard... more info

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Spaceflight Revolution
by David Ashford (Bristol Spaceplanes Limited, UK)

A revolution in spaceflight is likely soon with the prospect of everyday access to orbit within fifteen years. Costly launch vehicles based on ballistic missiles will be replaced by 'spaceplanes', using technology that exists today. In five years' time... more info

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Mechanics of Coastal Sediment Transport
by Jørgen Fredsøe & Rolf Deigaard (Technical University of Denmark)

This book treats the subject of sediment transport in the marine environment, covering transport of noncohesive sediment by waves and currents in- and outside the surf zone. It can be read independently, but a background in hydraulics and basic wave mechanics is required... more info

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Numerical Modeling of Ocean Dynamics
by Zygmunt Kowalik (Univ. Alaska) & T S Murty (Inst. Ocean Scis.)

While there are several excellent books dealing with numerical analysis and analytical theory, one has to practically sift through hundreds of references. This monograph is an attempt to partly rectify this situation. It aims to introduce the application of finite-difference... more info

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Physical Models and Laboratory Techniques in Coastal Engineering
by Steven A Hughes (Coastal Engrg Res. Ctr., USA)

Laboratory physical models are a valuable tool for coastal engineers. Physical models help us to understand the complex hydrodynamic processes occurring in the nearshore zone and they provide reliable and economic engineering design solutions.... more info

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Beach Nourishment:Theory and Practice
by Robert G Dean (University of Florida, USA)

This book is written for engineers, students of coastal processes and laypersons interested in beach nourishment, which consists of the placement of large quantities of good quality sediment on the beach to advance the shoreline seaward. The improvement of project... more info

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Water Wave Propagation Over Uneven Bottoms (In 2 Parts)
by Maarten W Dingemans (Delft Hydraulics, The Netherlands)

The primary objective of this book is to provide a review of techniques available for the problems of wave propagation in regions with uneven beds as they are encountered in coastal areas. The view taken is that the techniques should be useful for application in advisory practice... more info

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Ocean Surface Waves: Their Physics and Prediction
by Stanislaw R Massel (Australian Inst. of Marine Sci.)

This book is intended as a handbook for professionals and researchers in the areas of Physical Oceanography, Ocean and Coastal Engineering and as a text for graduate students in these fields... more info

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Water Wave Mechanics for Engineers and Scientists
by Robert G Dean (Univ. Florida) & Robert A Dalrymple (Univ. Delaware)

This book is intended as an introduction to classical water wave theory for the college senior or first year graduate student. The material is self-contained; almost all mathematical and engineering concepts are presented or derived in the text, thus making the book accessible to... more info

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Earthquake-Resistant Design of Masonry Buildings
by Miha Tomazevic (Slovenian National Building & Civil Engineering Institute)

In the last few decades, a considerable amount of experimental and analytical research on the seismic behaviour of masonry walls and buildings has been carried out. The investigations resulted in the development of methods for seismic analysis and design, as well as new... more info

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Coastal Stabilization
by Richard Silvester & John R C Hsu (Univ. of Western Australia)

This book discusses coastal defense measures, which have not improved in the past few decades, and better alternatives. It emphasizes on the existence of stable bays in coastal geomorphology and their use in coastal stabilization. The conventional measures for... more info

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Introduction to Coastal Engineering and Management
by J William Kamphuis (Queen's University, Canada)

This book is intended to be a text for undergraduate students of coastal engineering. It also serves as a reference for graduate students and practicing engineers, building on a basic foundation in coastal engineering. Finally, it is a guide for people in related disciplines. Coastal... more info

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