This book is a major reference work on gates and valves that find application in hydropower projects, river control, barrages and flood prevention. Based on the author`s extensive practical experience, the book bridges the gap between theory and practice and provides a comprehensive overview of the subject. It describes the principal options available to engineers and designers and outlines the main advantages and disadvantages of each type, highlighting potential problems in their use.
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Emerald Publishing Limited
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Maße
Höhe: 297 mm
Breite: 210 mm
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ISBN-13
978-0-7277-2020-7 (9780727720207)
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Schweitzer Klassifikation
Introduction
Types of gates
Valves
Trashracks, screens and debris
Structural considerations
Operating machinery
Detail design aspects
Embedded parts
Hydraulic considerations pertaining to gates
Gate vibration
Control systems and operation
Extreme Environmental factors
Trials and protection
Model studies
