Ecohydraulics

Ecohydraulics
Author: Ian Maddock
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 659
Release: 2013-07-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1118526740

Ecohydraulics: An Integrated Approachprovides a research level text which highlights recent developments of this emerging and expanding field. With a focus on interdisciplinary research the text examines:- the evolution and scope of ecohydraulics interactions between hydraulics, hydrology, fluvial geomorphology and aquatic ecology the application of habitat modelling in ecohydraulic studies state of the art methodological developments and approaches detailed case studies including fish passage design and the management of environmental flow regimes research needs and the future of ecohydraulics research The contributions offer broad geographic coverage to encapsulate the wide range of approaches, case studies and methods used to conduct ecohydraulics research. The book considers a range of spatial and temporal scales of relevance and aquatic organisms ranging from algae and macrophytes to macroinvertebrates and fish. River management and restoration are also considered in detail, making this volume of direct relevance to those concerned with cutting edge research and its application for water resource management. Aimed at academics and postgraduate researchers in departments of physical geography, earth sciences, environmental science, environmental management, civil engineering, biology, zoology, botany and ecology; Ecohydraulics: An Integrated Approach will be of direct relevance to academics, researchers and professionals working in environmental research organisations, national agencies and consultancies.

Innovations in Fish Passage Technology

Innovations in Fish Passage Technology
Author: Mufeed Odeh
Publisher:
Total Pages: 240
Release: 1999
Genre: Nature
ISBN:

Odeh (Conte Anadromous Fish Research Center) presents 13 contributions which explore the technical possibilities of constructing effective fish bypass systems for hydroelectric dams, especially those that are due for relicensing in the context of new regulations. The articles consist of case studies in the effectiveness of such techniques as surface bypass systems, modular inclined screens, hydroacoustic evaluation of fish entrainment patterns, surface collection, surface spill gates, and radio-tagging and radar tracking behavior evaluation strategies. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com).

Fish Migration and Fish Bypasses

Fish Migration and Fish Bypasses
Author: Mathias Jungwirth
Publisher: Wiley
Total Pages: 448
Release: 1998-09-23
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780852382530

International Conference on Fish Migration and Bypass Channels held in Vienna in September 1996. It covers the range of fish pass technologies currently in use throughout the world and attempts to develop a wider, more ecological perspective on this formerly engineering-orientated discipline. Emphasis is placed on enhancing an understanding of fish migration behaviour, and achieving optimum design to meet the behavioural requirements of all known migratory species. Additional attention is paid to comparing the European trend towards constructing nature-like bypass channels with the highly technical solutions dominant in North America.

International Conference on River Flood Hydraulics

International Conference on River Flood Hydraulics
Author: Dr. W. R. White
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 544
Release: 1990
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN:

This volume contains papers presented at the International Conference on River Flood Hydraulics held at Wallingford. The aim of the conference is to link current experimental and analytical research to the needs of engineering practice. The topics selected for the conference cover areas of international research interest and practical importance with a view to providing a forum for advancing the art of river engineering. The major topics covered by the conference include: flood analysis and prediction, field data, hydraulics of flood flows, sediment transport and morphological effects, physical and numerical modelling, engineering design, maintenance and operation of schemes.

Environmental Security and Ecoterrorism

Environmental Security and Ecoterrorism
Author: Hami Alpas
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 192
Release: 2011-05-14
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9400712375

In recent years, the concept of environmental security has been adapted to include preparedness for acts of ecoterrorism. This latter term has now become synonymous with environmental terrorism where the perpetrator uses the environment as a weapon to harm an opponent. The intended outcome is usually large-scale deaths, severe damage to the environment, and instilling fear in the general population. This book explores various facets of ecoterrorism including the role of the state in pursuing and maintaining environmental security, a review of the concept of ecoterrorism, food security challenges and weaknesses, technological countermeasures to enable rapid detection or response, and existing pollution sources and hazards that may serve as targets for terrorist acts. In sum, this volume provides a useful overview for both the layperson and experienced researchers.

Heavily Modified Water Bodies

Heavily Modified Water Bodies
Author: Eleftheria Kampa
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 796
Release: 2012-12-06
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3642186475

This book presents the results of thirty-four case studies in an EU-sponsored project on heavily modified water bodies. The account emphasizes the methods used in the process of identification and designation, and identifies further research needs. The contents are the basis for the agreed European Guidance on artificial and heavily modified water bodies to be used by practitioners in the implementation of the Water Framework Directive.