Maximum Thickness and Subsequent Decay of Lake, River, and Fast Sea Ice in Canada and Alaska

Maximum Thickness and Subsequent Decay of Lake, River, and Fast Sea Ice in Canada and Alaska
Author: Michael A. Bilello
Publisher:
Total Pages: 160
Release: 1980
Genre: Ice
ISBN:

Weekly measurements of the thickness of lake, river and fast sea ice made over a period of 10 to 15 years at 66 locations in Canada and Alaska are analyzed, and the portion of the data relating to maximum ice thickness and decay (i.e. the decrease in ice thickness) is examined. Ice thickness curves revealed individual patterns of ice decay, and comparisons between locations disclosed major contrasts in the amount of ice accretion and the times of maximum ice and ice clearance. Although many factors affect the ice decay process, this study investigates in detail the effect of thawing temperatures. Concurrent measurements of the air temperature at each location made it possible to analyze the relationship between accumulated thawing degree-days (ATDD) and ice cover decay. Other factors affecting ice ablation and breakup, such as snow-ice formation, snow cover depth, solar radiation and wind are also discussed. (Author).

River Ice Jams

River Ice Jams
Author: S. Beltaos
Publisher: Water Resources Publication
Total Pages: 402
Release: 1995
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9780918334879

CRREL Report

CRREL Report
Author: Cold Regions Research and Engineering Laboratory (U.S.)
Publisher:
Total Pages: 176
Release: 1980
Genre: Frozen ground
ISBN:

Arctic Climate Change

Arctic Climate Change
Author: Peter Lemke
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 473
Release: 2011-11-22
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9400720270

The Arctic is now experiencing some of the most rapid and severe climate change on earth. Over the next 100 years, climate change is expected to accelerate, contributing to major physical, ecological, social, and economic changes, many of which have already begun. Changes in arctic climate will also affect the rest of the world through increased global warming and rising sea levels. The volume addresses the following major topics: - Research results in observing aspects of the Arctic climate system and its processes across a range of time and space scales - Representation of cryospheric, atmospheric, and oceanic processes in models, including simulation of their interaction with coupled models - Our understanding of the role of the Arctic in the global climate system, its response to large-scale climate variations, and the processes involved.

Marine Structures Engineering: Specialized Applications

Marine Structures Engineering: Specialized Applications
Author: Gregory Tsinker
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 567
Release: 2012-12-06
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1461520819

Marine Structures Engineering is designed to help engineers meet the growing worldwide demand for construction of new ports and the modernization of existing ports and terminals. It provides an authoritative guide to the design, construction, rehabilitation, repair, and maintenance of port and harbor structures. Each chapter is self-contained, allowing readers to access specific information. The Author draws on his extensive experience in offshore structure and port engineering to demonstrate evaluation, rehabilitation, repair, and maintenance of in-service marine structures. Also covered in detail are state-of-the-art approaches to: *marine structures in cold regions, with special attention to the role of ice loads, permafrost, and other ice effects *shiplifts, marine railways, shipways, and dry docks *offshore moorings *floating breakwaters *marinas *structures that protect bridge piers from ship impact. Offering practical information on all aspects of marine structures, this book serves as an indispensable resource to all engineers and professionals involved in design, construction, maintenance, and modernization of ports and harbors.