Sediment Transport: A Geophysical Phenomenon

by Albert Gyr and Klaus Hoyer

Book Overview

This textbook discusses the fundamental principles of sediment transport in the geophysical context of rivers. It is intended as both a course textbook and as a guide for the practical engineer. It begins begin by describing phenomena such as bed load and suspension transport from a classical perspective. Concepts from turbulent flow regime are introduced to address the limitations of the classical approach to various aspects of sediment transport.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 904817256X
• ISBN13: 9789048172566
• Release Date: November 2010
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 284 Pages
• Weight: 0.94 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.2"