The mechanisms and behaviour of the scour process is a challenging subject, and one which is expertly dealt with in this informative, illustrated volume. Specifically, this book addresses issues relating to computing and controlling the scour process near hydraulic structures, and pays special attention to the time-dependent character of the scour processes and the predictability of scour relations.

    Providing information on the latest developments in scouring, this text is intended for practising hydraulic engineers.

    FOREWORD, LIST OF MAIN SYMBOLS, 1: INTRODUCTION, 2: BASIC CONCEPTS, 3: SILLS, 4: JETS, 5: ABUTMENTS AND SPUR DIKES, 6: BRIDGE PIERS, 7: COASTAL AND OFFSHORE STRUCTURES, 8: PROTOTYPE SITUATIONS

    Biography

    G.J.C.M. Hoffmans