Irrigation Systems

Irrigation Systems
Author: Adrian Laycock
Publisher: CABI
Total Pages: 315
Release: 2011
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1845938747

Of all the confrontations man has engineered with nature, irrigation systems have had the most widespread and far-reaching impact on the natural environment. Over a quarter of a billion hectares of the planet are irrigated and entire countries depend on irrigation for their survival and existence. Considering the importance of irrigation schemes, it is unfortunate that until recently the technology and principles of design applied to their construction has hardly changed in 4,000 years. Modern thinking on irrigation engineering has benefited from a cross-fertilization of ideas from many other fields including social sciences, control theory, political economics and agriculture. However, these influences have been largely ignored by irrigation engineers. Drawing on almost 40 years of experience of irrigation in the developing world, Laycock introduces new ideas on the design of irrigation systems and combines important issues from the disciplines of social conflict, management, and political thinking.

Planning for an Irrigation System

Planning for an Irrigation System
Author: James Howard Turner
Publisher:
Total Pages: 116
Release: 1971
Genre: Irrigation
ISBN:

Portrays the merits of installing an irrigation system, shows the different methods of applying water, and describes different types of systems that are available. Deals with portable, permanent, and automatic systems and controls.

Young House Love

Young House Love
Author: Sherry Petersik
Publisher: Artisan
Total Pages: 337
Release: 2015-07-14
Genre: House & Home
ISBN: 1579656765

This New York Times bestselling book is filled with hundreds of fun, deceptively simple, budget-friendly ideas for sprucing up your home. With two home renovations under their (tool) belts and millions of hits per month on their blog YoungHouseLove.com, Sherry and John Petersik are home-improvement enthusiasts primed to pass on a slew of projects, tricks, and techniques to do-it-yourselfers of all levels. Packed with 243 tips and ideas—both classic and unexpected—and more than 400 photographs and illustrations, this is a book that readers will return to again and again for the creative projects and easy-to-follow instructions in the relatable voice the Petersiks are known for. Learn to trick out a thrift-store mirror, spice up plain old roller shades, "hack" your Ikea table to create three distinct looks, and so much more.

Scotts Sprinklers & Watering Systems

Scotts Sprinklers & Watering Systems
Author: Michael D. McKinley
Publisher: Meredith Books
Total Pages: 194
Release: 2005
Genre: Gardening
ISBN: 9780696221491

- Practical advice for planning watering zones appropriate to climates and landscape varieties. - Tips for successful do-it-yourself installation or for planning a system with a professional. - Complete how-to for installing sprinkler equipment from a variety of manufacturers. - Illustrated step-by-step instructions, troubleshooting tips, and do-it-yourself hints.

Planning and Evaluation of Irrigation Projects

Planning and Evaluation of Irrigation Projects
Author: Raveendra Kumar Rai
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 680
Release: 2017-04-06
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0128118563

Planning and Evaluation of Irrigation Projects: Methods and Implementation presents the considerations, options and factors necessary for effective implementation of irrigation strategies, going further to provide methods for evaluating the efficiency of systems-in-place for remedial correction as needed. As the first book to take this lifecycle approach to agricultural irrigation, it includes real-world examples not only on natural resource availability concerns, but also on financial impacts and measurements. With 21 chapters divided into two sections, this book is a valuable resource for agricultural and hydrology engineers, conservation scientists and anyone seeking to implement and maintain irrigation systems. Uses real-world examples to present practical insights Incorporates both planning and evaluation for full-scope understanding and application Illustrates both potential benefits and limitations of irrigation solutions Provides potential means to increase crop productivity that can result in improved farm income

Planning for an Irrigation System

Planning for an Irrigation System
Author: American Association for Vocational Instructional Materials
Publisher:
Total Pages: 120
Release: 1980-01-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780896060579

What is the effect on crop production. How much water will be needed. What are satisfactory sources of water. How much water is available. Is the quality of water satisfactory. What water application method to use. What system to select for the sprinnkler method. What system to select for the surface method. What system to select for the subirrigation method. Energy requirements of irrigation systems. Determining irrigation cost and return on investment.

Landscape Irrigation

Landscape Irrigation
Author: Stephen W. Smith
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 256
Release: 1997
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 9780471038245

Irrigation methods and components Drawing techniques and presentation Sprinkler and drip irrigation methods and hardware Pipe characteristics and hydraulics Control systems CSI irrigation specifications