Hydrology and the hydrosphere Books
Taylor & Francis Ltd Water Resources
Book SynopsisNow in its second edition, Water Resources: An Integrated Approach provides students with a comprehensive overview of natural processes associated with water and the modifications of these processes by humans through climate change and land management, water-related health issues, engineering approaches to water and socio-economic processes of huge importance to water resources. The book contains chapters written by 24 specialist contributors, providing expert depth of coverage to topics. The text introduces the basic properties of water and its importance to society and the nature of the different regional imbalances between water resource availability and demand. It guides the reader through the changing water cycle impacted by climate and land management, water flows in river basins, surface water quality, groundwater and aquatic ecosystems, and covers the role of water in human health and associated hazards before turning to engineering solutioTable of ContentsList of contributors Preface Acknowledgements 1. Water basics 2. The changing water cycle 3. Surface water hydrology 4. Surface water quality 5. Groundwater 6. Aquatic ecosystems 7. Water and health 8. Potable water and wastewater treatment 9. Water demand planning and management 10. Water economics 11. Water conflict, law and governance 12. Virtual water 13. The future of water Glossary Index
£52.24
Taylor & Francis Ltd Peatlands
Book SynopsisThis book provides an introduction to peatlands for the non-specialist student reader and for all those concerned about environmental protection, and is an essential guide to peatland history and heritage for scientists and enthusiasts.Peat is formed when vegetation partially decays in a waterlogged environment and occurs extensively throughout both temperate and tropical regions. Interest in peatlands is currently high due to the degradation of global peatlands which is disrupting hydrology and contributing to greenhouse gas emissions. This book opens by explaining how peat is formed, its properties and worldwide distribution, and defines related terms such as mires, wetlands, bogs and marshes. There is discussion of the ecology and wildlife of peatlands as well as their ability to preserve pollen and organic remains as environmental archives. It also addresses the history, heritage and cultural exploitation of peat, extending back to pre-Roman times, and the degradatTrade Review"Ian Rotherham provides a welcome, yet novel, blend of the science and history of peatlands as he elegantly explains their importance from the past and into the future. As he says 'the human history of peatlands is central to understanding both their loss, and in some cases, their survival'" — Simon Caporn, Professor in Ecology & Environmental Science, Manchester Metropolitan University, United Kingdom Table of Contents1. Introduction & overview: peat & peatlands 2. Global peat resources 3. Temperate peatlands - their ecology, wildlife, & functioning 4. Tropical & sub-tropical peatlands 5. Peatland ecosystem services 6. The hydrology & chemistry of peatlands 7. The people of the bogs & fens – history, heritage & peatlands 8. Peatlands & human conflicts 9. Some detailed case-studies of peat & conflict 10. Peat removal & peatland destruction – Part 1: the lowlands 11. Reclaiming the peatlands 12. Peat removal & destruction – Part 2: the British uplands 13. The peatland industries 14. Conservation & restoration 15. Fenscape & peat bog: a future nature
£36.09
CRC Press Natural and Engineered Solutions for Drinking
Book SynopsisIlluminating opportunities to develop a more integrated approach to municipal water system design, Natural and Engineered Solutions for Drinking Water Supplies: Lessons from the Northeastern United States and Directions for Global Watershed Management explores critical factors in the decision-making processes for municipal water system delivery. The book offers vital insights to help inform management decisions on drinking water supply issues in other global regions in our increasingly energy- and carbon-constrained world.The study evaluates how six cities in the northeastern United States have made environmental, economic, and social decisions and adopted programs to protect and manage upland forests to produce clean drinking water throughout their long histories. New York, New York; Boston and Worcester, Massachusetts; New Haven and Bridgeport, Connecticut; and Portland, Maine have each managed city watersheds under different state regulations, plannTable of ContentsGray to Green: An Introduction to Four Case Studies on Drinking Water Supply in the Northeastern United States. An Assessment of Drinking Water Systems in Connecticut: Optimizing Natural and Engineered Systems for Protecting the Quality of Surface Drinking Waters. Source Water Protection in Massachusetts: Lessons from and Opportunities for Worcester and Boston. New York City Watershed Management: Past, Present, and Future. The Crooked River Watershed, Sebago Lake, and the Drinking Water Supply for the City of Portland, Maine. Comparing Drinking Water Systems in the New England/New York Region: Lessons Learned and Recommendations for the Future. Global Relevance of Lessons Learned in Watershed Management and Drinking Water Treatment from the Northeastern United States. Index.
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Fundamental Mass Transfer Concepts in Engineering
Book SynopsisFundamental Mass Transfer Concepts in Engineering Applications provides the basic principles of mass transfer to upper undergraduate and graduate students from different disciplines. This book outlines foundational material and equips students with sufficient mathematical skills to tackle various engineering problems with confidence. It covers mass transfer in both binary and multicomponent systems and integrates the use of Mathcad for solving problems. This textbook is an ideal resource for a one-semester course.Key Features The concepts are explained with the utmost clarity in simple and elegant language Presents theory followed by a variety of practical, fully-worked example problems Includes a summary of the mathematics necessary for mass transfer calculations in an appendix Provides ancillary Mathcad subroutines Includes end-of-chapter problems and aTable of ContentsIntroduction, Conservation of Chemical Species, Foundations of Diffusion in MulticomponentMixtures, Mass Transfer in Binary Systems without Bulk Flow:Steady-State Examples, Mass Transfer in Binary Systems without Bulk Flow:Steady-State Examples, Mass Transfer in Binary Systems without Bulk Flow:Pseudosteady-State Examples, Mass Transfer in Binary Systems without Bulk Flow Unsteady-State Examples, Mass Transfer in Binary Systems with Bulk Flow, Mass Transfer in Multicomponent Mixtures, Approximate Solution of the Species Continuity Equation, Appendices A -J , Index
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Bioremediation
Book SynopsisBioremediation: A Sustainable Approach to Preserving Earth’s Water discusses the latest research in green chemistry practices and principles that are involved in water remediation and the quality improvement of water.The presence of heavy metals, dyes, fluoride, dissolved solids and many other pollutants are responsible for water pollution and poor water quality. The removal of these pollutants in water resources is necessary, yet challenging. Water preservation is of great importance globally and researchers are making significant progress in ensuring this precious commodity is safe and potable. This volume illustrates how bioremediation in particular is a promising green technique globally.Features: Addresses bioremediation of all the major water pollutants Approaches the chemistry of water and the concept of water as a renewable resource from a green chemistry aspect Discusses environmental cTrade ReviewProcessing of water is a major activity that affects health and safety in all countries of the world. While many water treatment processes have a long history of development and improvement, there is continuing progress both in terms of remediating new chemicals found in effluents and through ongoing laboratory research. The ten chapters in this book address varied subjects such as green chemistry in water processing, biofunctionalized adsorbents, biodegradation and adsorption of dyes, synthesis of adsorbents, olive oil waste treatment, and processing of industrial effluents. Notably, more than five thousand publications related to remediation of water have been gathered in a bibliometric study; the results are presented in chapter 2. Chapter 4 covers adsorption of heavy metals and includes information on many equilibrium isotherms. Bioremediation of industrial contaminants found in soil as well as industrial effluents are discussed in chapter 8. This chapter includes tables of effective microorganisms for biodegradation of different industrial wastes. All chapters, indeed, provide numerous citations and references as well as helpful tables and figures. Contributing authors hail from many different countries including Brazil, Colombia, India, Indonesia, Portugal, and Turkey. This collection will be especially useful for scholars and civil engineers concerned with preserving water resources through remediation. --L. E. Erickson, emeritus, Kansas State University, Choice Reviews and Highly Recommended Summing Up: Highly recommended. All readers. Processing of water is a major activity that affects health and safety in all countries of the world. While many water treatment processes have a long history of development and improvement, there is continuing progress both in terms of remediating new chemicals found in effluents and through ongoing laboratory research. The ten chapters in this book address varied subjects such as green chemistry in water processing, biofunctionalized adsorbents, biodegradation and adsorption of dyes, synthesis of adsorbents, olive oil waste treatment, and processing of industrial effluents. Notably, more than five thousand publications related to remediation of water have been gathered in a bibliometric study; the results are presented in chapter 2. Chapter 4 covers adsorption of heavy metals and includes information on many equilibrium isotherms. Bioremediation of industrial contaminants found in soil as well as industrial effluents are discussed in chapter 8. This chapter includes tables of effective microorganisms for biodegradation of different industrial wastes. All chapters, indeed, provide numerous citations and references as well as helpful tables and figures. Contributing authors hail from many different countries including Brazil, Colombia, India, Indonesia, Portugal, and Turkey. This collection will be especially useful for scholars and civil engineers concerned with preserving water resources through remediation. --L. E. Erickson, emeritus, Kansas State University, Choice Reviews and Highly Recommended Summing Up: Highly recommended. All readers. Table of ContentsChapter 1: Green Chemistry and Its Applications in Water Remediation. Chapter 2: Share of Bioremediation in Research Journals: A Bibliometric Study. Chapter 3: Biofunctionalized Adsorbents for Treatment of Industrial Effluents. Chapter 4: Applications of Biosorption in Heavy Metals Removal. Chapter 5: Biodegradation of Synthetic Dyes in Wastewaters. Chapter 6: The Cross-Talk between Bioremediation and Valuation of Residues of the Olive-Oil Production Chain. Chapter 7: Applications of Biosorption in Dyels Removal. Chapter 8: Use of Bioremediation in Treatment of Industrial Effluents. Chapter 9: Biosorption: A Promising Technique against Dye Removal. Chapter 10: Green Synthesis of Carbonaceous Adsorbents and Their Application for Removal of Polyaromatic Hydrocarbons from Water.
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Water Quality Management
Book SynopsisThe global attention in recent years has focused primarily on water quantity and allocation issues. Water quality has received significantly less attention than water quantity. Commendable progress has been made by the developed world to control point sources of pollution, but commensurate progress in reducing non-point sources has not been made. In the third world countries both point and non-point sources of pollution are becoming increasingly a serious concern. Already, nearly all water bodies in such countries near and around urban centres have been severely polluted, with very high health and environmental costs.The book assesses the current status of water quality management in both developed and developing worlds, as well as analysing the effectiveness of economic instruments and legal and institutional frameworks to control water contamination. It outlines the importance of building up social and political awareness to reverse the trend of continuing water qualitTable of ContentsForeword: Water Quality, the Challenge of the Future 1. Water Quality Management: An Introductory Framework 2. Water—A Reflection of Land Use: Understanding of Water Pathways and Quality Genesis 3. Impact of Agriculture on Water Pollution in OECD Countries: Recent Trends and Future Prospects 4. Regulating Nonpoint Source Water Pollution in a Federal Government: Four Case Studies 5. Introduction to Environmental and Economic Consequences of Hypoxia 6. Financing Water Quality Management 7. Water Governance in Aragon 8. Water Management in the Ebro River Basin: An Approach to the 2010–15 Hydrological Plan 9. Water Quality in Zaragoza 10. Water Quality Management in China: The Case of the Huai River Basin 11. Water Quality Management in Egypt 12. A New Mindset for Integrated Water Quality Management for South Africa 13. Water Quality and Health in Poor Urban Areas of Latin America 14. Conceptual Framework for Protecting Groundwater Quality 15. Evolution of Water Management in Mexico 16. Agriculture and Water Pollution: Farmers’ Perceptions in Central Mexico
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Field Hydrogeology
Book SynopsisField Hydrogeology Pocket-sized field workbook for students studying hydrogeology at undergraduate and postgraduate levels The fully revised Fifth Edition of Field Hydrogeology serves as a comprehensive guide to conducting a hydrogeological study, beautifully presented with full colour photos and diagrams throughout, in a practical pocket size for easy use in the field. This new edition includes recent developments in the environmental regulations, with particular focus on the use of innovative technology. New topics in the Fifth Edition include the monitoring of boreholes using piezometers, how to identify the origin of water in the basement of a building, and an expanded section on geothermal energy. The text also includes case studies and text boxes to aid in reader comprehension, with a particular emphasis on practical application throughout. The Fifth Edition of Field Hydrogeology addresses key topics such as: Horizontal wells and shTable of ContentsPreface to the Fifth Edition viii Preface to the Fourth Edition ix Acknowledgements x 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Groundwater Systems 1 1.2 Conceptual Model 4 1.3 Groundwater Computer Modelling 8 1.4 Hydrogeological Report Writing 9 1.5 Expert Witness 9 2 Desk Study 13 2.1 Defining the Area 13 2.2 Identifying the Aquifers 14 2.3 Groundwater Levels 15 2.4 Surface Water 17 2.5 Recharge 17 2.6 Groundwater Use 18 2.7 Groundwater Chemistry 18 2.8 Aerial Photographs and Satellite Imagery 19 2.9 Planning a Fieldwork Programme 20 3 Field Evaluation of Aquifers 23 3.1 Grain Size Analysis 23 3.2 Hydraulic Properties of Aquifers 25 3.3 Hydraulic Properties and Rock Types 27 3.4 Assessing Hydraulic Properties 33 3.5 Using Hydraulic Property Information 34 3.6 Recharge through the Vadose Zone 38 4 Groundwater Levels 45 4.1 Water Level Dippers 45 4.2 Continuous Water Level Recorders 48 4.3 Measuring Ground Levels and Locations 53 4.4 Tool-Box 56 4.5 Well Catalogue 57 4.6 Field Surveys for Wells, Boreholes and Springs 57 4.7 Interpretation of Abstraction Borehole Water Levels 62 Case History 1 – Interpretation of Groundwater Strikes 66 4.8 Groundwater-Level Monitoring Networks 70 Case History 2 – Groundwater-Level Interpretation 70 4.9 Groundwater-Level Fluctuations 71 4.10 Managing Groundwater-Level Data 78 4.11 Constructing Groundwater Contour Maps and Flow Nets 79 4.12 Interpretation of Contour Maps and Flow Nets 82 4.13 Using Other Groundwater Information 83 5 Rainfall, Springs and Streams 85 5.1 Precipitation 85 5.2 Evaporation 89 5.3 Springs 91 Case History 3 – Measuring Flows with Low Heads 92 5.4 Stream-Flow Measurement 98 5.5 Stage–Discharge Relationships 107 5.6 Choosing the Best Method 109 5.7 Processing Flow Data 109 6 Pumping Tests 111 6.1 What Is a Pumping Test? 111 6.2 Planning a Pumping Test 112 6.3 Pumps and Pumping 113 6.4 On-Site Measurements 116 6.5 Pre-Test Monitoring 121 6.6 Test Set-up 121 6.7 Step Tests 123 6.8 Constant Rate Tests 123 6.9 Recovery Tests 125 6.10 Pumping Test Analysis 125 6.11 Tests on Single Boreholes 134 6.12 Packer Tests 137 7 Groundwater Chemistry 141 7.1 Analytical Suites and Determinands 141 7.2 Sampling Equipment 142 7.3 Sampling Protocols 153 7.4 Monitoring Networks 160 7.5 Using Chemical Data 161 8 Recharge Estimation 165 8.1 Water Balance 165 8.2 Rainfall Recharge 167 8.3 Induced Recharge 168 8.4 Other Sources of Recharge 170 9 Specialist Techniques 171 9.1 Borehole and Piezometer Installation 171 9.2 Down-Hole Geophysics 177 Case History 4 – The Use of Borehole Geophysics 178 9.3 Using Artificial Tracers 181 Case History 5 – The Use of Groundwater Tracers 182 10 Practical Applications 189 10.1 Borehole Prognoses 189 10.2 Groundwater Supplies 190 10.3 Wells in Shallow Aquifers 195 10.4 Contaminated Land Investigations 197 10.5 Landfills and Leachate 198 10.6 Geothermal Energy 201 10.7 Groundwater Lowering by Excavation 202 10.8 Rising Water Tables 206 10.9 Soakaways 208 10.10 Investigating Wetland Hydrology 208 Appendix A Good Working Practice 211 A. 1 Safety Codes 211 A1. 2 Safety Clothing and Equipment 211 A1. 3 Distress Signals 212 A1. 4 Exposure or Hypothermia 212 A1. 5 Heat Exhaustion 213 A1. 6 Working near Wells, Boreholes and Monitoring Piezometers 213 A1. 7 Hygiene Precautions for Water Supplies 213 A1. 8 Trial Pits 214 A1. 9 Electrical Equipment 214 A1.10 Filling Fuel Tanks 214 A1.11 Waste Disposal Sites 214 A1.12 Stream Flow Measurement 214 Appendix B Conversion Factors 217 References 219 Index 225
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Hodder Education Safon Uwch Daearyddiaeth Meistrolir Testun
Book SynopsisMaster the in-depth knowledge and higher-level skills that A-level Geography students need to succeed; this focused topic book extends learning far beyond your course textbooks.Blending detailed content and case studies with questions, exemplars and guidance, this book:- Significantly improves students'' knowledge and understanding of A-level content and concepts, providing more coverage of The Water and Carbon Cycles than your existing resources- Strengthens students'' analytical and interpretative skills through questions that involve a range of geographical data sources, with guidance on how to approach each task- Demonstrates how to evaluate issues, with a dedicated section in every chapter that shows how to think geographically, consider relevant evidence and structure a balanced essay- Equips students with everything they need to excel, from additional case studies and definitions of key terminology, to suggestions for further res
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Springer-Verlag New York Inc. Sustainable Water Quality Management Policy The
Book SynopsisThis book presents both general and comprehensive observations of unsuccessful and successful experiences in water pollution trading programs within the U.S. These experiences help in understanding the major environmental, economic and regulatory barriers that prevent the application of pollution trading in water media to become successful.Table of ContentsCHAPTER 1 BACKGROUND; 1.1 Definition of Water Quality and Water Pollution; 1.2 Water Quality Regulation and Policy Reviews; 1.3 Introduction to Water Quality Trading; CHAPTER 2 CONCEPT, FRAMEWORK AND CONSIDERATIONS FOR WATER QUALITY; 2.1. Concept about Tradable Permit Systems; 2.2 Framework for Establishing WQT Systems; 2.3 Considerations in Establishing Tradable Permit Schemes; CHAPTER 3 OVERVIEW OF OBSERVATIONS IN WATER QUALITY TRADING; 3.1 Overview of Water Trading Programs in the U.S.; 3.2 Observations Derived from Trading Programs; CHAPTER 4 THE ROLE OF TRADING; 4.1 A Specific Role of Trading in WQT programs; 4.2 Important Barriers Hindering the Role of Trading; 4.3 Generic Roles of Water Quality Trading; CHAPTER 5 CONCLUSION; 5.1 What distinguishes the success of one WQT program vs. another; 5.2 How well do the WQT programs within the U.S. perform?; 5.3 Why did WQT programs fail to have active trading; 5.4 What should the roles of trading be in water quality management? ; 5.5 What is the suggested guidance for designing WQT programs; 5.6 What are the recommended approaches for promoting a WQT implementation; REFERENCES; APPENDIX; Appendix Summary Details of Water Quality Trading Programs; Appendix A- 1: Part I Regarding Activity, Type of Participants, Pollutants and Market Structure; Appendix A-2: Part II Regarding Size of Watershed, Number of PS, Trading Ratio, Number of Trade, and Characteristics of Participants; Appendix A-3: Part III Regarding TMDL in the Program and Cost-Saving; Appendix A-4: Summary of Analysis Results from Appendix A-1, A-2, A-3; References.
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Springer-Verlag New York Inc. Rainfed Farming Systems
Book SynopsisWhile a good grasp of the many separate aspects of agriculture is important, it is equally essential for all those involved in agriculture to understand the functioning of the farming system as a whole and how it can be best managed.Trade ReviewFrom the reviews:“The book contains the latest information on the subject area and is produced by experts in the field. … Well-written and indexed, the abstracts and/or conclusions for each … chapters provide a rapid way of assimilating the presented information. … a unique reference book for anyone involved in this form of water-limited agriculture. It is particularly suited to undergraduate and postgraduate students and deserves a place in most university and research institute libraries as well as on farmers’ shelves. In summary, an excellent book.” (Davey Jones, Experimental Agriculture, Vol. 48 (3), 2012)Table of ContentsPreface; ForewordPART IChapter 1. Principles of a Systems Approach to Agriculture; Philip Tow, Ian Cooper, Ian Partridge, Colin Birch and Larry Harrington.Chapter 2. Types of Rainfed Farming Systems Around the World; Larry Harrington and Philip Tow.Chapter 3. A Systems Approach to Climate Risk in Rainfed Farming Systems; Peter Hayman, Jason Crean and Canesio Predo.Chapter 4. Water Availability and Use in Rainfed Farming Systems; G.J. O’Leary, S. Walker, N.L. Joshi and J.W. White.Chapter 5. Plant Nutrient Management in Rainfed Farming Systems; John Ryan.Chapter 6. Principles and Management of Soil Biological Factors for Sustainable Rainfed Farming Systems; V.V.S.R. Gupta, A.D. Rovira and D.K. Roget.Chapter 7. Technological Change in Rainfed Farming Systems; Colin Birch and Ian Cooper.Chapter 8. Weed Management in Rainfed Agricultural Systems; Colin Birch, Ian Cooper, Gurjeet Gill, Stephen Adkins and Madan Gupta.Chapter 9. Principles and Methods for Sustainable Disease Management in Rainfed Agricultural Systems; David Backhouse and Thinlay.Chapter 10. Sustainable Pest Management in Rainfed Farming Systems; T.J. Ridsdill-Smith, H.C. Sharma and H. Spafford.Chapter 11. Interactions Between Crop and Livestock Activities in Rainfed Farming Systems; E.C. Wolfe.Chapter 12. Economic and Social Influences on the Nature, Functioning and Sustainability of Rainfed Farming Systems; Ian Cooper.Chapter 13. Farming Systems Design; Craig Pearson.Chapter 14. Soil Organic Carbon – Role in Rainfed Farming Systems; F.C. Hoyle, J.A. Baldock and D.V. Murphy.PART IIChapter 15. Rainfed Farming Systems in the West Asia-North Africa (WANA) Region; John Ryan.Chapter 16. Rainfed Farming Systems in South Africa; Mark Hardy, Luthando Dziba, Willem Kilian and John Tolmay.Chapter 17. Farming Systems, Emerging Farmers and Land Reform in the Limpopo Province of South Africa; Anthony Whitbread, Neil MacLeod, Cam McDonald, Bruce Pengelly, Kingsley Ayisi and Jeffery Mkhari.Chapter 18. Modernisation of Eritrean Rainfed Farming Systems Through a Conservation Farming Systems Approach; Jay Cummins and David Coventry.Chapter 19. Rainfed Farming Systems on the Canadian Prairies; Guy P. Lafond, Stewart A. Brandt, George W. Clayton, R. Byron Irvine and William E. May.Chapter 20. Rainfed Farming Systems in the USA; Alan Franzluebbers, Jean Steiner, Doug Karlen, Tim Griffin, Jeremy Singer and Don Tanaka.Chapter 21. Rainfed Agroecosystems in South America; Gloria Rótolo, Charles Francis and Sergio Ulgiati.Chapter 22. Important Rainfed Farming Systems of South Asia; Peter R. Hobbs and Mahmood Osmanzai.Chapter 23. Rainfed Farming Systems in the Loess Plateau of China; Gaobao Huang, Wen Chen and Fengrui Li.Chapter 24. Farming Systems in the Valleys of Central Tibet; Nicholas Paltridge, Jin Tao, John Wilkins, Nyima Tashi and David Coventry.Chapter 25. Rainfed Farming Systems of North-Eastern Australia; C.J. Birth and L.W. Bell.Chapter 26. Diversity and Evolution of Rainfed Farming Systems in Southern Australia; J.A. Kirkegaard, M.B. Peoples, J.F. Angus and M.J. Unkovich.PART IIIChapter 27. Using Monitoring and Evaluation for Continuous Improvement of Rainfed Farming Sytems; Eloise Seymour and Roger Wickes.Chapter 28. More from Less – Improvements in Precipitation Use Efficiency in Western Australian Wheat Production; Neil C. Turner.Chapter 29. Transforming Farming Systems: Expanding the Production of Soybeans in Ontario; David J. Hume and Craig J. Pearson.Chapter 30. The Social Dimensions of Mixed Farming Systems; Nigel McGuckian and Lauren Rickards.Chapter 31. A Study in the Development of a Farm System on the Canadian Prairies; Scott Day.Chapter 32. Improving Traditional Crop-Pasture Farming Systems with Lucerne South Eastern Australia; Kieran Ransom and Lindsay Trapnell.Chapter 33. Use of Conservation Agriculture to Improve Farming Systems in Developing Countries; Kan Sayre and Bram Govaerts.Chapter 34. Using Conservation Agriculture and Precision Agriculture to Improve a Farming System; Mark Branson.Chapter 35. Risk Management Strategies and Decision Support Systems in Agriculture; Nam Cao Nguyen, Malcolm Wegener and Iean Russell.PART IVChapter 36. The Emergence of ‘Farming Systems’ Approaches to Grains Research, Development and Extension; David Lawrence.Chapter 37. Farmer Decision-Making in Rainfed Farming Systems; Bill Long and Ian Cooper.Chapter 38. When Culture and Science Meet, the Tension Can Mount; Brian Polkinghorne.Chapter 39. Advances in No-Till Farming Technologies and Soil Compaction Management in Rainfed Farming Systems; Rohan Rainbow and Rolf Derpsch.Chapter 40. No-Tillage Agriculture in West Asia & North Africa; Rachid Mrabet.PART VChapter 41. A Comparison of Three Farms in South Australia; Mike Krause and Ian Cooper.Chapter 42. Ruradene, South Australia; Ian and John Rohde.Chapter 43. Lindene; Dean Wormald.Chapter 44. Developments in a Mixed Farming System in Southern New South Wales, Australia; Derek Ingold.Chapter 45. The Development and Operation of No-Till Farming in Northern New South Wales (NSW), Australia; Jeff Esdaile.Chapter 46. Farming System Development in North-Central Victoria; Kieran Ransom.Chapter 47. The Jochinke Farm; David Jochinke.Chapter 48. The Halford Farm; Jim Halford.Chapter 49. Four Farms in the USA; Alan Franzluebbers.Chapter 50. Summing Up; Philip Tow, Ian Cooper and Ian Partridge.Glossary, Index
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Johns Hopkins University Press Elements of Physical Hydrology
Book SynopsisThoughtfully illustrated, carefully written, and covering a broad spectrum of topics, this classic text clarifies a subject that is often misunderstood and oversimplified.Trade ReviewThis well-illustrated (in three colors), reasonably priced volume is a worthwhile acquisition. ChoiceTable of ContentsPreface1. The Science of Hydrology2. Precipitation and Evapotranspiration3. The Basis for Analysis in Physical Hydrology: Principles of Fluid Dynamics4. Open Channel Hydraulics5. Catchment Hydrology: Streams and Floods6. Groundwater Hydraulic7. Groundwater Hydrology8. Water in the Unsaturated Zone9. Ecohydrology: Interactions between Hydrological Processes and the Biota10. Catchment Hydrology: The Hillslope-Stream Continuum11. Water, Climate, Energy, and FoodAppendixes1. Units, Dimensions, and Conversions2. Properties of Water3. Basic Statistics in HydrologyAnswers to Example ProblemsGlossaryReferencesIndex
£54.40
Johns Hopkins University Press Water Resources
Book SynopsisTable of ContentsPrefacePart I. Water Availability: A Physical Science Primer1. The Hydrological Cycle2. Surface Water Resources3. Groundwater Resources4. Soil Water ResourcesPart II. Demand-Side Sectors5. Agricultural Water Use6. Energy Water Use7. Domestic Water Use8. Environmental Water UsePart III. Anthropogenic Drivers of Change9. Population10. Climate Change11. Water Law12. Water QualityPart IV. Water Resources Supply and Demand in Context13. Opportunities for WaterManagementAppendix: Units, Dimensions, and ConversionsGlossaryIndex
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Outskirts Press Procesos y Control de la Erosin
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Taylor & Francis Inc GangaBrahmaputraMeghna Waters
Book SynopsisOnce a prosperous region, the Ganga-Brahmaputra-Meghna (GBM) river basininhabited by about a tenth of the world's populationis currently one of the poorest. Large-scale socioeconomic development is urgently needed to ensure the sustainability of the region, and the management of water resources is a crucial part of this. Ganga-Brahmaputra-Meghna Waters: Advances in Development and Management discusses water resource development and management issues related to the GBM river basin, including interactions, institutional set ups, and future perspectives. It also proposes several novel technologies, developed by the author, to help revolutionize the development of India's waters.Written by an authority in water resource management studies, the book addresses the need for a holistic, integrated, basin-wide approach to improve the quality of life for people living within the region. Pointing out that water does not recognize political boundaries, the text alTable of ContentsPart I System Characteristics: Introduction. System Environmental Characteristics. Socioeconomic Scene. Part II Current Development Policy and State: Environmental Management—Historical Perspective. Developments in Nepal and Bhutan. Post-Independence Development—India. Environmental Management in Bangladesh. Indo-Nepal and Indo-Bhutan Interaction. Indo-Bangladesh Interaction. Institutional Setup. Part III Proposed Revolutionary Policy: Current Scene and Official Future Perceptions. Revolutionizing the Development and Management of Water— Conceptual and Policy Issues. Revolutionizing the Environmental Management of the GBM Basin. Total Integrated Development of GBM—Policy and Implementation. Conclusions. References. Index.
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Taylor & Francis Inc Indias Waters
Book SynopsisIndia's Waters: Advances in Development and Management is a critical study of the development and management of India's waters. Its central theme is that the current methods in use are an extension of the colonial-era system, which, despite vast growth, has remained essentially the same in terms of developmental concepts, technological activities, and performance. A revolution on several fronts is possible, and this book details the author's own plans for these advancements.First the book briefly addresses both the physiographic and hydrologic characteristics of India and its waters, and the current official proposals for their development. Next, the author presents new concepts and policies for development of India's waters, followed by his proposed technological revolution. The author illustrates how India's aforementioned unique characteristics enable use of some novel technologies that are unique globally. This fact is key to his proposed revolutioTable of ContentsIntroduction. Environmental Characteristics. Development and Management of India's Waters-An Overview. Futures Challenges and Proposed Responses. Revolutionizing the Development of India's Waters- New Concepts, Policies and Technologies. The Revolution- Perspective and Developmental Planning. Some Perspectives and Institutional and Cultural Revolution. Conclusion. References. Appendices.
£185.25
Taylor & Francis Inc River Basin Management in the TwentyFirst Century
Book SynopsisWorldwide development of agriculture and industry creates burgeoning demands on natural resources. Management of the rivers and the surrounding landscape is one of the important tasks for today and for the foreseeable future. Lessons learned from centuries of management (and mismanagement) have been distilled into principles and practices which form the subject matter for this book. It provides both a global perspective and an entrée to the special problems associated with management of transboundary rivers.Table of ContentsRiver Basins: what are they and why do we study them?. River basins of the world’s mid latitude regions. Case studies on representative basins (outlining problems and prospects). Legislative and policy issues in Basin management. Examples of best practice?. Implementation issues. Key word Index.
£175.75
Outskirts Press Control de la Erosion y Recuperacion de Suelos Degradados
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Teacher Created Materials, Inc Water Cycle
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Taylor & Francis Inc Permeable Reactive Barrier
Book SynopsisRemediation of groundwater is complex and often challenging. But the cost of pump and treat technology, coupled with the dismal results achieved, has paved the way for newer, better technologies to be developed. Among these techniques is permeable reactive barrier (PRB) technology, which allows groundwater to pass through a buried porous barrier that either captures the contaminants or breaks them down. And although this approach is gaining popularity, there are few references available on the subject. Until now. Permeable Reactive Barrier: Sustainable Groundwater Remediation brings together the information required to plan, design/model, and apply a successful, cost-effective, and sustainable PRB technology.With contributions from pioneers in this area, the book covers state-of-the-art information on PRB technology. It details design criteria, predictive modeling, and application to contaminants beyond petroleum hydrocarbons, including inorganics and radionucliTable of ContentsPermeable Reactive Barriers- cost-effective and sustainable remediation of groundwater. Two Decades of Application of Permeable Reactive Barriers to Groundwater Remediation. CHOOSING THE BEST DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGIES FOR PERMEABLE REACTIVE BARRIERS. Ground Water Modelling Involving PRBs - General Aspects, Case Studies. Impact of Trace Elements and Impurities In Technical Zero Valent Iron Brands On Reductive Dechlorination of Chlorinated Ethenes in Ground Water. Fourteen-year Assessment of a Permeable Reactive Barrier for Treatment of Hexavalent Chromium and Trichloroethylene. Sequenced Permeable Reactive Barrier for the Pre-Treatment of Nitrate and Remediation of Trichloroethene. ORGANIC- BASED PERMEABLE REACTIVE BARRIERS FOR THE TREATMENT OF HEAVY METALS, ARSENIC AND ACIDITY. Effective Cleanup of Groundwater Contaminated with Radionuclides Using Permeable Reactive Barriers. Reactive (Oxygen) Gas Barrier and Zone Technologies. The Remediation of PAHs, NSO-Heterocycles and Related Aromatic Compounds in Permeable Reactive Barriers using Activated Carbon. Case study of PRB application for the remediation of ground water. PERMEABLE REACTIVE BARRIERS IN EUROPE.
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Taylor & Francis Inc Aquatic Dicotyledons of North America
Book SynopsisAquatic Dicotyledons of North America: Ecology, Life History, and Systematics brings together a wealth of information on the natural history, ecology, and systematics of North American aquatic plants. Most books on aquatic plants have a taxonomic focus and are intended primarily for identification. Instead, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the biology of major aquatic species by compiling information from numerous sources that lie scattered among the primary literature, herbarium databases, and other reference materials. Included dicotyledon species are those having an obligate (OBL) wetland status, a designation used in the USACE National Wetland Plant List. Recent phylogenetic analyses are incorporated and rationale is provided for interpreting this information with respect to species relationships. This diverse assemblage of information will be useful to a wide range of interests including academic researchers, wildlife managers, students, and virtuallTrade Review"Focusing on dicotyledonous plants considered obligatorily aquatic (i.e.,requiring water to complete some essential stage of their life history), this authoritative book offers an encyclopedic compendium of their essential characteristics, ecology, and biosystematic position.It is hard not to be impressed by a work of this magnitude and the sustained effort involved in assembling it. Aquatic Dicotyledons of North America appears destined to become an indispensable reference for almost any study of wetland plant communities on our continent and beyond."-William B. Sanders, Florida Gulf Coast University, Plant Science Bulletin Spring 2019Table of ContentsAcknowledgmentsIntroductionDicotyledonsChapter 1 Dicotyledons I: The ANA Grade and "Magnoliid" MonosulcatesChapter 2 Dicotyledons II: Basal TricolpatesEudicots (Tricolpate Dicots; Eudicotyledoneae)Chapter 3 Core Eudicots: Dicotyledons III: "Caryophyllid" TricolpatesChapter 4 Core Eudicots: Dicotyledons IV: "Rosid" TricolpatesChapter 5 Core Eudicots: Dicotyledons V: "Asterid" TricolpatesReferencesIndex
£228.00
Taylor & Francis Inc The Handbook of Groundwater Engineering
Book SynopsisThis new edition adds several new chapters and is thoroughly updated to include data on new topics such as hydraulic fracturing, CO2 sequestration, sustainable groundwater management, and more. Providing a complete treatment of the theory and practice of groundwater engineering, this new handbook also presents a current and detailed review of how to model the flow of water and the transport of contaminants both in the unsaturated and saturated zones, covers the protection of groundwater, and the remediation of contaminated groundwater. Trade Review"This is one of the best books in groundwater science and engineering. It is comprehensive both in terms of variety of subject areas and the material covered for each subject. It includes theory, modelling, and applications. So, it can be used as textbook, reference book, and even as a book for design guidelines. It contains basic concepts as well as advanced and state-of-the-art materials. It is a must-have book for students, researchers, consultants, academics, and practitioners."— S.M. Hassanizadeh, Utrecht University, The Netherlands"This is the ideal text for students and professionals who are interested in learning the subsurface hydrology and advanced application in groundwater engineering."—Kuo-Chin Hsu, National Cheng Kung University, Tainan, Taiwan"I see two major attractive features of this book: first, a broad coverage of the topic of groundwater hydrology, second, chapters made by outstanding researchers in the field that provide on the edge methodologies and results. This is a familiar material for me which confirms that this book may serve as a state-of-the-art presentation of groundwater physics. As such, I would certainly like to have it on my bookshelves, and I would also strongly recommend that to my students."—Michel Quintard, Institut de Mécanique des Fluides de Toulouse, France"The book is encyclopedic in its scope and is a valuable resource for both practitioners and researchers. The handbook covers traditional topics, as well as cutting edge topics on new emerging groundwater problems. There is no other comprehensive book that includes new topics such as multiscale methods, hydraulic tomography, scaling, anomalous dispersion, CO2 sequestration, climate change, and ecohydrology."—Albert J. Valocchi, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA"I find the materials very concise and exceptionally well-written. …the book is an encyclopedia for beginners, and a catalogue for advanced readers; but also readable to general audience with a basic level of scientific training."—Peng Wang, Beihang University, Beijing, China"The handbook presents a nice and complete review on the most important topics related to groundwater hydrology. I do research in the field of porous media and I know very well the quality of the research published by the different scientists in charge for the writing of the handbook’s chapters. Since theoretical aspects and well as advanced and evolving approaches are described, the handbook is suitable for students that want to approach the ‘porous medium world’ as well as researchers that want to be updated on the novel issues concerning porous medium investigation and modeling." —Monica Moroni, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy"The book gives a nice ‘big-picture’ introduction to the classical and state-of-the-art concepts used in hydrology. Ideal for anyone entering a hydrological field without the specific technological background. I work with graduate students and researchers in other areas, and this book is an ideal resource for bridging fields."— Lynn Schreyer, Washington State University, USA"…a well-rounded tool useful to academicians, modelers, and engineering practitioners alike. I appreciate the very thorough approach to groundwater engineering. I am confident the materials presented can act as a reference for both academics and practitioners, and thus reach to a broad audience. The index is complete, and so is the coverage of classical and innovative topics." — Vittorio Di Federico, University in Bologna, Italy"I am sure that students, teachers, researchers and practitioners concerned with groundwater analysis will find much in this book that is instructive, useful and timely."— Gerardo Severino, University of Naples Federico II, Italy"This book could be an interesting addition to any hydrogeological library. It would be a good complement to most groundwater textbooks, particularly by providing additional material on modeling concepts and field investigations. A good overview of some advanced and emerging topics is provided."—Groundwater, July-August 2017"This is one of the best books in groundwater science and engineering. It is comprehensive both in terms of variety of subject areas and the material covered for each subject. It includes theory, modelling, and applications. So, it can be used as textbook, reference book, and even as a book for design guidelines. It contains basic concepts as well as advanced and state-of-the-art materials. It is a must-have book for students, researchers, consultants, academics, and practitioners." —S. M. Hassanizadeh, Utrecht University, The Netherlands"This is the ideal text for students and professionals who are interested in learning the subsurface hydrology and advanced applications in groundwater engineering."—Kuo-Chin Hsu, National Cheng Kung University, Tainan, Taiwan"The book is encyclopedic in its scope and is a valuable resource for both practitioners and researchers. The handbook covers traditional topics, as well as cutting edge topics on new emerging groundwater problems. There is no other comprehensive book that includes new topics such as multiscale methods, hydraulic tomography, scaling, anomalous dispersion, CO2 sequestration, climate change, and ecohydrology."—Albert J. Valocchi, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, USA"The book gives a nice ‘big-picture’ introduction to the classical and state-of-the-art concepts used in hydrology. Ideal for anyone entering a hydrological field without the specific technological background. I work with graduate students and researchers in other areas, and this book is an ideal resource for bridging fields."—Lynn Schreyer, Washington State University, USA"I find the materials very concise and exceptionally well-written . . . the book is an encyclopedia for beginners, and a catalogue for advanced readers; but also readable to general audience with a basic level of scientific training." —Peng Wang, Beihang University, Beijing, China"The handbook presents a nice and complete review on the most important topics related to groundwater hydrology. I do research in the field of porous media and I know very well the quality of the research published by the different scientists in charge for the writing of the handbook’s chapters. Since theoretical aspects and well as advanced and evolving approaches are described, the handbook is suitable for students that want to approach the ‘porous medium world’ as well as researchers that want to be updated on the novel issues concerning porous medium investigation and modeling." —Monica Moroni, Sapienza University of Rome, Italy" . . .a well-rounded tool useful to academicians, modelers, and engineering practitioners alike. I appreciate the very thorough approach to groundwater engineering. I am confident the materials presented can act as a reference for both academics and practitioners, and thus reach to a broad audience. The index is complete, and so is the coverage of classical and innovative topics." —Vittorio Di Federico, University of Bologna, Italy"I am sure that students, teachers, researchers and practitioners concerned with groundwater analysis will find much in this book that is instructive, useful and timely."—Gerardo Severino, University of Naples Federico II, Italy"This book could be an interesting addition to any hydrogeological library. It would be a good complement to most groundwater textbooks, particularly by providing additional material on modeling concepts and field investigations. A good overview of some advanced and emerging topics is provided."—Groundwater, July-August 2017Table of ContentsClassical Hydrogeology. History of Groundwater. Geological Occurrence of Groundwater. Field Methods for Groundwater Evaluation. Elementary Groundwater Flow and Transport. Two and Three Dimensional Groundwater Flow. Groundwater Modeling. Groundwater Contaminants. Flow and Transport in Fractured Media. Groundwater Monitoring. Well Design and Construction. Well Hydraulics and Aquifer Tests. Classical Vadose Zone Modeling. Soil Properties and Movement in the Unsaturated Zone. Infiltration. Contaminant Transport in the Unsaturated Zone. Preferential Flow. Data Acquisition and Analysis (Geophysics, etc.). Hydrogeological Characterization. Geophysicial and Tracer Characterization. Geostatistics. Hydraulic Tomography. GIS and Groundwater. Subsurface Heterogeneity/Uncertainty Quantification/Mode Validation. MADE Site and Heterogeneity. Saturated Transport Under Certainty. Risk Assessment. Optimization Under Certainty. Model Validation. Advanced Modeling Techniques and Topics. Fractal Concepts. Anomalous Transport. Mixing. Multiscale Models of Flow and Transport. Scaling. Flow and Transport in Swelling Clays. Karstic Flows. Surface/Groundwater Interactions. Sea Water Intrusion. Application Areas. CO2 Sequestration. Sustainable Groundwater Development. Global Warming and Groundwater. Ecohydrology. Biodegradation. Landfills. Remediation. Mining and Groundwater Protection. Fracking.
£237.50
Taylor & Francis Inc Water Hyacinth
Book SynopsisThe water hyacinth is a disruptive factor in aquatic ecosystem management and ecosystem services, and causes problems in fisheries, transportation waterways, irrigation, hydropower generation, and water resources. To address these concerns, it is necessary to integrate past studies with current research and innovations to identify where the knowledge gap is and to creatively assess and solve the problems in a global context. This book provides comprehensive coverage of new research and technological innovations for the application of controlling, managing, harvesting, postharvest processing and utilizing the water hyacinth.Table of ContentsIntroduction. Biology of water hyacinth. Direct and strong influence of water hyacinth on aquatic communities in natural waters. Impacts of water hyacinth on ecosystem services. Mechanisms and implications of nitrogen removal. Mechanism and implications of phosphorus removal. Impact of water hyacinth on removal of heavy metals and organic pollutants. Ecological engineering using water hyacinth in phytoremediation. Impact of water hyacinth on aquatic environment in phytoremediation of eutrophic lakes. Utilization of biomass for energy and fertilizer. Utilization of water hyacinth biomass for animal feed. Economic assessment and further research.
£114.00
Taylor & Francis Inc Hydrogeology
Book SynopsisThis text combines the science and engineering of hydrogeology in an accessible, innovative style. As well as providing physical descriptions and characterisations of hydrogeological processes, it also sets out the corresponding mathematical equations for groundwater flow and solute/heat transport calculations. And, within this, the methodological and conceptual aspects for flow and contaminant transport modelling are discussed in detail. This comprehensive analysis forms the ideal textbook for graduate and undergraduate students interested in groundwater resources and engineering, and indeed its analyses can apply to researchers and professionals involved in the area.Trade Review"The underlying theory and the link to practical applications are provided and well explained. The potential readership is very wide. Professionals working in academia and industry will find this book to be a valuable companion that broadens the horizon and refreshes the basics. I recommend it also to undergraduate and graduate students, but some of the topics (e.g., unsaturated flow, numerical modeling, and land subsidence) are more suited for graduate students. The book is also highly recommended to open-minded hydrologists who might want to extend or brush up their knowledge of the subsurface."-- Philip Brunner in GroundwaterTable of Contents1. General introduction 2. Hydrologic balance and groundwater 3. Groundwater terminology and examples of occurrences 4. Saturated groundwater flow 5. Hydraulic conductivity measurements 6. Land subsidence induced by pumping and drainage 7. Introduction to groundwater quality and hydrochemistry 8. Contaminant transport, residence times, prevention, and remediation 9. Groundwater flow and transport under partially saturated conditions 10. Salinization and density dependent groundwater flow and transport 11. Heat transfer in aquifers and shallow geothermy 12. Methodology for groundwater flow and solute transport modeling 13. Main principles of numerical techniques used in groundwater modeling
£71.24
Taylor & Francis Inc Underground Aqueducts Handbook
Book SynopsisThis book presents the major engineering achievements in underground aqueducts from around the world and throughout history. It provides valuable insights into water technologies and management with respect to durability, adaptability to the environment, and sustainability. Comparisons of the technological underground aqueduct developments from several regions are made. These technologies are the underpinning of modern achievements in water supply engineering and water management practices, and current issues of sustainability, cost-effectiveness, and decentralization have led engineers to consider combining older proven technologies with modern infrastructure advancements.Trade Review"Underground Aqueducts Handbook offers the first synthesis on aqueducts, including those conveying water and those tapping groundwater. This is the most comprehensive review of aqueduct technology as it concerns most continents and most periods, from prehistory to the present day, thanks to a multidisciplinary approach. It underlines the necessity to preserve and reuse, or redevelop, such sustainable technologies in the global context of aridification and increasing need for water supply." — Julien Charbonnier, Laboratory ArScAn, Nanterre, France"…the material is well documented and convincing. Any specialist and many common readers should be interested to have this book on their bookshelf." — T.P. Tassios, National Technical University of Athens, GreeceTable of ContentsIntroduction. Europe. Austria. Croatia. France. Germany. Greece. Italy. Spain. Africa. Algeria. Egypt. Libya. Morocco. Sudan. Tunisia. Middle East. Afghanistan. Iran. Iraq. Israel. Jordan. Oman. Pakistan. Syria. United Arab Emirates. Yemen. Eurasia. Armenia. Azerbaijan. Georgia. Kazakhstan. Turkestan. Asia. China. India. Indonesia. South Korea. Thailand. Americas. Chile. Mexico. Peru.
£171.00
Taylor & Francis Inc Urban Drainage
Book SynopsisThis new edition of a well-established textbook covers the environmental and engineering aspects of the management of rainwater and wastewater in areas of human development. Urban Drainage deals comprehensively not only with the design of new systems, but also the analysis and upgrading of existing infrastructure. Keeping its balance of principles, practice and research, this new edition has significant new material on modelling, resilience, smart systems, and the global and local context. The two new authors bring further research and practice-based experience.This is an essential text for undergraduate and graduate students, lecturers and researchers in water engineering, environmental engineering, public health engineering, engineering hydrology, and related non-engineering disciplines. It also serves as a dependable reference for drainage engineers in water service providers, local authorities, and for consulting engineers. Extensive examples are used to supTrade Review"Urban Drainage continues to evolve to reflect changing constraints and current approaches to best drainage practice so it remains the pre-eminent text on the subject. It provides exceptionally comprehensive coverage of all aspects of urban drainage which can’t be found elsewhere in a single text, including the basics of hydrology, hydraulics, water quality, design, modelling, construction, operation as well as important advice on how urban water management can become more sustainable and resilient.This is the book I always take off the shelf first when I have any query relating to urban drainage, and it just got even better."-- Richard Fenner, University of Cambridge"I read the entire book when it was in its first edition and found it to be a very useful reference that covered both combined and separate sewerage systems. Now in its fourth edition, I think this is a comprehensive textbook that I would recommend to anyone studying or practising in the field of urban drainage."-- Simon Beecham, University of South Australia"The greatest assets are the comprehensiveness and incorporation of the latest information. At the same time, this information is delivered in a very readable and succinct manner (500 + pages), without losing the rigour of discussion of fundamental concepts."-- Jiri Marsalek, Environment and Climate Change Canada"This is an excellent book covering a wide range of issues and examples relevant to urban drainage. I am particularly pleased to see that this new edition contains enhanced consideration of wider environmental issues relevant not only to urban drainage but to urban environments as a whole.... I consider this the best text available right now for UK drainage design and practice. "-- Rebecca Wade, Abertay University, UKTable of ContentsIntroduction. Water quality. Wastewater. Rainfall. Stormwater. System components and layout. Hydraulics. Hydraulic features. Foul sewers. Storm sewers. Flooding. Combined sewers and CSOs. Storage. Pumped systems. Structural design and construction. Sediments. Operation and maintenance. Rehabilitation. Modelling in practice. Innovations in modelling. Stormwater management (SuDS). Smart systems. Global issues. Towards sustainable water management
£52.24
Taylor & Francis Inc Advanced Nanomaterials for Wastewater Remediation
Book SynopsisContamination of aqueous environments by hazardous chemical compounds is the direct cause of the decline of safe clean water supply throughout the globe. The use of unconventional water sources such as treated wastewater will be a new norm. Emerging nanotechnological innovations have great potential for wastewater remediation processes. Applications that use smart nanomaterials of inorganic and organic origin improve treatment efficiency and lower energy requirements. This book describes the synthesis, fabrication, and application of advanced nanomaterials in water treatment processes; their adsorption, transformation into low toxic forms, or degradation phenomena, and the adsorption and separation of hazardous dyes, organic pollutants, heavy metals and metalloids from aqueous solutions. It explains the use of different categories of nanomaterials for various pollutants and enhances understanding of nanotechnology-based water remediation to make it less toxic and reusable.Trade Review"…an asset to all water professionals, so they can become knowledgeable in the issues and develop sustainable design for wastewater treatment plants. I feel that researchers will be inspired by reading to further investigate the potentiality of nanotechnology for wastewater treatment, overcoming the constraints to their large scale application." —Giusy Lofrano, University of Salerno, Italy"… a truly valuable contribution to the emerging field of applying various nanomaterials in environmental remediation. I cordially congratulate the authors for their remarkable achievement. Highly recommend reading!" —Mika Sillanpää, Lappeenranta University of Technology, Finland"…offers a detailed insight about recent advancements in nanotechnology for wastewater treatment and recycling. Editors have done a great job providing an informative collection of chapters which enhance understanding of nanotechnology-based water remediation to make it less toxic and reusable. As a scientist and professor, I strongly suggest this book as a must read for all Environmental Biologists, Nanotechnologists, Chemists and Biologists, and a great reference for experts and students equally!—Shivani Soni, Alabama State University, Montgomery, Alabama, USA"I would strongly recommend this book to libraries and to individuals who have some idea of chemical and environmental sciences and who wish to learn about the continuing influence of the modern developments in chemistry." —Chittaranjan Sinha, Jadavpur University, Kolkata, India"This book provides an excellent overview of technological developments and innovations in the use of nanotechnologies for water treatment. It will become an important resource for those looking to apply nanoscience technology to process water remediation, or drinking water purification." —Amy J. Forsgren, Xylem Inc., Sweden"While there are many research publications that present recent advances in nanomaterials and their application in water and wastewater treatment, a compilation of all the latest developments in a book such as this is timely and is extremely valuable for the researchers and the practitioners. This book will be a good reference for both graduate and undergraduate students in this area." —Madhumita B. Ray, University of Western Ontario, Canada"The book covers all the necessary background in advanced water/wastewater remediation and goes to a good enough level of covering nanotechnology. It will become certainly useful for researchers in the areas of wastewater treatment and remediation. This work is a great resource for any advanced undergraduate or graduate course on applications of nanotechnology in water and wastewater remediation. Each well-structured chapter first discusses general introduction and then focuses on the use of nanomaterials. I congratulate the editors and authors for their miraculous attainment. Summing up - Highly recommended." — Sanjay K. Sharma, JECRC University, Jaipur, India"The content of the book entitled Advanced Nanomaterials for Wastewater Remediation is very novel and does not intersect with the contents of any other books related to the same area. This book will be a new reading experience for young researchers, university professors and scientists working in this area. I must congratulate the editors and authors who contributed immensely for this book." — Sabu Thomas, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala, IndiaTable of ContentsNanomaterials Applications for Environmental Remediation. Treatment of Fluoride-Contaminated Water by Electrocoagulation Followed by Microfiltration Technique. Electrooxidation Processes for Dye Degradation and Colored Wastewater Treatment. Advanced Oxidation Processes Using Nanomaterials. Applications of Synthetic Nanocomposite Ion-Exchange Materials as Chemical and Vapor Sensors. Nanomaterial-Supported Biopolymers for Water Purification. Nanomaterial-Based Sorbents for the Removal of Heavy Metal Ions from Water. Synthesis, Properties, and Applications of Carbon Nanotubes in Water and Wastewater Treatment. Carbon- and Graphene-Based Nanocomposites for Wastewater Treatment. Nanoscale Layered Double Hydroxides for Wastewater Remediation: Recent Advances and Perspectives. Activated Carbon-Doped Magnetic Nanoparticles for Wastewater Treatment. Functionalized Fe3O4 Nanoparticles for the Removal and Remediation of Heavy Metals in Wastewater. Nanoscale Materials for the Removal of Arsenic from Wastewater. Metal Organic Framework-Based Adsorbents in Water Treatment. Environmental Fate and Ecotoxicity of Engineered Nanoparticles: Current Trends and Future Perspective.
£228.00
Taylor & Francis Inc Water and Wastewater Conveyance
Book SynopsisWater and Wastewater Conveyance: Pumping, Hydraulics, Piping, and Valves provides fundamental, basic information on the conveyance of water and wastewater. Written in straight-forward and easy-to-understand language for professionals and non-professionals alike, it provides the techniques to assist water and wastewater operators to better understand basic pump operations and applications, maintenance regimens, and troubleshooting procedures. Addressing a multitude of water quality issues, it provides an introduction to water hydraulics, piping systems, tubes, hoses, and ancillaries as well as valves, and the maintenance requirements of each. It also discusses common operational problems and their appropriate corrective actions. Definitions of key terms and self-examination questions are provided at the end of each chapter. Trade Review"The main strength of Water and Wastewater Conveyance: Pumping, Hydraulics, Piping, and Valves by Spellman lies in author’s writing style on ready-to-use procedural applications for non-technical audiences. It will serve as a nice introduction to further evolutionary expansion."— Professor Jaewan Yoon, Old Dominion University, USA"...a wealth of information, easily classified for the reader and many straight forward worked calculations."— Brian Garvey, Athlone Institute of Technology, IrelandTable of ContentsWater & Wastewater Sources and Characteristics. Potable Water Sources. Wastewater Sources and Characteristics. Pumping. Introduction. Basic Pumping Calculations. Centrifugal Pumps. Well Pumping. Water Hydraulics. Water Hydraulics Introduction. Piezometric Surface & Bernoulli’s Theorem. Well & Wet Well Hydraulics. Basic Piping Hydraulics. Flow Measurement. Water & Wastewater Conveyance. Delivering the Lifeblood of Civilization. Metallic Piping. Nonmetallic Piping. Tubing. Industrial Hoses. Piping Systems: Protective Devices. Piping Ancillaries. Valves. Valves Introduction. Index.
£166.25
Taylor & Francis Inc Computer Modeling Applications for Environmental
Book SynopsisComputer Modeling Applications for Environmental Engineers in its second edition incorporates changes and introduces new concepts using Visual Basic.NET, a programming language chosen for its ease of comprehensive usage. This book offers a complete understanding of the basic principles of environmental engineering and integrates new sections that address Noise Pollution and Abatement and municipal solid-waste problem solving, financing of waste facilities, and the engineering of treatment methods that address sanitary landfill, biochemical processes, and combustion and energy recovery. Its practical approach serves to aid in the teaching of environmental engineering unit operations and processes design and demonstrates effective problem-solving practices that facilitate self-teaching. A vital reference for students and professional sanitary and environmental engineers this work also serves as a stand-alone problem-solving text with well-defined, real-work examples aTrade Review"… written in a down-to-earth engineering style for a wide audience and bookworms. The volume helps in the design, treatment and control of water and air pollution by using mathematical equations, measured relationships and software applications that help programming water and groundwater sources and process design techniques to control gaseous contaminants and radiation harms. Equally, the scientific content of the book has a very great rank as it is linked to computer applications. Surely, it appeals to technical readers, students, engineers, consultants, environmental and health doctors, civilians, industrialists, technologists, agriculturalists, urban planners, consulting companies and policy makers, as well as a wide range of general readers."—Dr. Eng. Elham Munir Baddour, University of Tishreen and University of Aleppo, Syria"An introduction to Visual Basic.NET programming with examples from several environmental domains, including water resources management, air quality modelling and solid waste management. Suitable for freshmen, as it follows a step-by-step approach, it is especially suited for environmental engineering students with very little programming experience who want to do their first steps with Visual Basic." —I.N. Athanasiadis, Wageningen University, Netherlands"Computer Modeling Applications for Environmental Engineers is one of the greatest books that helped many students, researchers, and engineers alike to manage the ever-growing environmental data. The book institutes a step by step guide to solving different environmental problems using normal and modelling approaches. In addition to normal chapters in the first edition, the Second Edition added two new valuable chapters on municipal solid waste collection, segregation, treatment, reuse, recycle and final disposal together with noise pollution aspects and control. This is one of the most enticing books that addresses both practical problems and a computer program solution to solve it. The book will essentially help students, engineers and application developers in most environmental and engineering trends. I personally recommend this book if you are a student, engineer or a researcher in the environmental sector."—Dr. Faris Gorashi Faris, International Technical College at Jeddah, Saudi Arabia"This complementary guide and superlative new source is a must read for today's graduate and undergraduate students as well as professionals working in environmental sciences." — Ismail Anil, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia"Computer Modeling Applications for Environmental Engineers delivers an interesting ‘manual’ on Visual Basic (VB) coding for the engineering students, educators and practicing engineers. Starting with the introduction to the computer programming concept, then authors provide extensive code samples that applies in water properties, water resources, water and waste water treatment system, solid waste, air pollution and noise pollution. The codes are well written and easy to follow even for a beginner. At the end of each chapter, the practical problems require reader to do a computer code that is very useful and challenging. The samples given in the book can also be used as a basis for the readers to develop their own computer code." —Jazuri Abdullah, Universiti Teknologi Mara, Selangor, MalaysiaTable of ContentsList of Figures. List of Tables. List of Computer Programs. Appendix Contents. Preface. Authors. List of Symbols and Abbreviations. Chapter 1 Programming Concepts. Chapter 2 Computer Modeling Applications for Water and Wastewater Properties. Chapter 3 Computer Modeling Applications for Water Resources, Usage, Groundwater and Water Storage and Distribution. Chapter 4 Computer Modeling Applications for Water Treatment. Chapter 5 Computer Modeling Applications for Wastewater Collection System and Treatment Technology and Disposal. Chapter 6 Computer Modeling Applications for Municipal Solid Waste Classification, Quantities, Properties, Collection, Processing, Material Separation, and Cost Estimates. Chapter 7 Computer Modeling Applications for Air Pollution Control Technology. Chapter 8 Computer Modeling Applications for Noise Pollution and Abatement. Appendices. Index.
£147.25
University of Minnesota Press Building on Borrowed Time: Rising Seas and
Book SynopsisA timely ethnography of how Indonesia’s coastal dwellers inhabit the “chronic present” of a slow-motion natural disaster Ice caps are melting, seas are rising, and densely populated cities worldwide are threatened by floodwaters, especially in Southeast Asia. Building on Borrowed Time is a timely and powerful ethnography of how people in Semarang, Indonesia, on the north coast of Java, are dealing with this global warming–driven existential challenge. In addition to antiflooding infrastructure breaking down, vast areas of cities like Semarang and Jakarta are rapidly sinking, affecting the very foundations of urban life: toxic water oozes through the floors of houses, bridges are submerged, traffic is interrupted. As Lukas Ley shows, the residents of Semarang are constantly engaged in maintaining their homes and streets, trying to live through a slow-motion disaster shaped by the interacting temporalities of infrastructural failure, ecological deterioration, and urban development. He casts this predicament through the temporal lens of a “meantime,” a managerial response that means a constant enduring of the present rather than progress toward a better future—a “chronic present.” Building on Borrowed Time takes us to a place where a flood crisis has already arrived—where everyday residents are not waiting for the effects of climate change but are in fact already living with it—and shows that life in coastal Southeast Asia is defined not by the temporality of climate science but by the lived experience of tidal flooding.Trade Review "In this careful study of keeping water at bay in Semarang’s floodplain kampungs, Lukas Ley takes us to a material landscape riddled with the legacies of maldevelopment. With historical precision and ethnographic nuance, Building on Borrowed Time shows us how an urban world of dysfunctional flood protection systems generates everyday, intensely localized burdens of chronic breakdown and disrepair that often hinder—and sometimes fully prevent—communities from engaging with future-looking efforts to mitigate the threats of a changing climate. A must-read for anyone seeking to better understand the complexity of urban flood management and community well-being on an ever-warmer planet."—Anne Rademacher, New York University "How do residents of a sodden Semarang inhabit both the waters that now regularly soak their homes, and also crusty, transnational urban political agendas? Building on Borrowed Time is a brilliant book that wades through the muddy political environment of a frequently inundated city. It shows how Semarang’s residents occupy the chronic present—a mode of living with the violence of accreted infrastructures and their regular breakdowns. Dwelling with planners, transnational development experts, local political leaders, and residents, Lukas Ley demonstrates how socialities and politics relentlessly emerge from residents staying afloat in a meantime in which the promise of future transformation is noticeably absent. This is a rare ethnography that is both historically grounded and theoretically sophisticated—a great read for anyone thinking about the futures of coastal cities in the climate changed present."—Nikhil Anand, author of Hydraulic City: Water and the Infrastructures of Politics in Mumbai "In Building on Borrowed Time: Rising Seas and Failing Infrastructure in Semarang, Lukas Ley offers a new ethnrography exploring how people in Semarang, Indonesia, deal with the everyday threat of flooding. This fascinating book is worthwhile reading not only for urban studies scholars but for all those wanting to understand the complexity of living in a chronic disaster area from the perspective of inhabitants."—LSE Review of Books "Ley's study offers a valuable look at Indonesian politics and the complexities of living with (or despite) infrastructure."—H-Net Reviews Table of ContentsContentsIntroduction: Tidal Flooding and Chronic Infrastructural Breakdown1. Becoming: Semarang’s Swamp in Late Colonial Times2. Stuck: Never-Ending River Normalization3. Floating: Endurance and the “Quasi-Events” of Living with Flooding4. Figuring: Environmental Governance and the Political Affordances of Infrastructure5. Promise: Remodeling DrainageAfterwordAcknowledgmentsGlossaryNotesReferencesIndex
£77.60
University of Minnesota Press Building on Borrowed Time: Rising Seas and
Book SynopsisA timely ethnography of how Indonesia’s coastal dwellers inhabit the “chronic present” of a slow-motion natural disaster Ice caps are melting, seas are rising, and densely populated cities worldwide are threatened by floodwaters, especially in Southeast Asia. Building on Borrowed Time is a timely and powerful ethnography of how people in Semarang, Indonesia, on the north coast of Java, are dealing with this global warming–driven existential challenge. In addition to antiflooding infrastructure breaking down, vast areas of cities like Semarang and Jakarta are rapidly sinking, affecting the very foundations of urban life: toxic water oozes through the floors of houses, bridges are submerged, traffic is interrupted. As Lukas Ley shows, the residents of Semarang are constantly engaged in maintaining their homes and streets, trying to live through a slow-motion disaster shaped by the interacting temporalities of infrastructural failure, ecological deterioration, and urban development. He casts this predicament through the temporal lens of a “meantime,” a managerial response that means a constant enduring of the present rather than progress toward a better future—a “chronic present.” Building on Borrowed Time takes us to a place where a flood crisis has already arrived—where everyday residents are not waiting for the effects of climate change but are in fact already living with it—and shows that life in coastal Southeast Asia is defined not by the temporality of climate science but by the lived experience of tidal flooding.Trade Review "In this careful study of keeping water at bay in Semarang’s floodplain kampungs, Lukas Ley takes us to a material landscape riddled with the legacies of maldevelopment. With historical precision and ethnographic nuance, Building on Borrowed Time shows us how an urban world of dysfunctional flood protection systems generates everyday, intensely localized burdens of chronic breakdown and disrepair that often hinder—and sometimes fully prevent—communities from engaging with future-looking efforts to mitigate the threats of a changing climate. A must-read for anyone seeking to better understand the complexity of urban flood management and community well-being on an ever-warmer planet."—Anne Rademacher, New York University "How do residents of a sodden Semarang inhabit both the waters that now regularly soak their homes, and also crusty, transnational urban political agendas? Building on Borrowed Time is a brilliant book that wades through the muddy political environment of a frequently inundated city. It shows how Semarang’s residents occupy the chronic present—a mode of living with the violence of accreted infrastructures and their regular breakdowns. Dwelling with planners, transnational development experts, local political leaders, and residents, Lukas Ley demonstrates how socialities and politics relentlessly emerge from residents staying afloat in a meantime in which the promise of future transformation is noticeably absent. This is a rare ethnography that is both historically grounded and theoretically sophisticated—a great read for anyone thinking about the futures of coastal cities in the climate changed present."—Nikhil Anand, author of Hydraulic City: Water and the Infrastructures of Politics in Mumbai "In Building on Borrowed Time: Rising Seas and Failing Infrastructure in Semarang, Lukas Ley offers a new ethnrography exploring how people in Semarang, Indonesia, deal with the everyday threat of flooding. This fascinating book is worthwhile reading not only for urban studies scholars but for all those wanting to understand the complexity of living in a chronic disaster area from the perspective of inhabitants."—LSE Review of Books "Ley's study offers a valuable look at Indonesian politics and the complexities of living with (or despite) infrastructure."—H-Net Reviews Table of ContentsContentsIntroduction: Tidal Flooding and Chronic Infrastructural Breakdown1. Becoming: Semarang’s Swamp in Late Colonial Times2. Stuck: Never-Ending River Normalization3. Floating: Endurance and the “Quasi-Events” of Living with Flooding4. Figuring: Environmental Governance and the Political Affordances of Infrastructure5. Promise: Remodeling DrainageAfterwordAcknowledgmentsGlossaryNotesReferencesIndex
£20.69
IGI Global Decision Support Methods for Assessing Flood Risk
Book SynopsisEach year, floods cause an enormous amount of global economic and social damage, impacting transportation systems, water supplies, agriculture, and health. Response management to catastrophic floods require increased measures involving integrated planning, adaptation, and recovery strategies in order to protect against human loss.Decision Support Methods for Assessing Flood Risk and Vulnerability is a pivotal reference source that provides vital research on the application of effective models and tools focused on the diagnosis of vulnerability to flooding risks and evaluates and measures the impact of floods on socio-economic wellbeing. While highlighting topics such as hydrological events, soil erosion, and flood vulnerability, this publication explores methods of identifying appropriate adaptation strategies. This book is ideally designed for researchers, students, academicians, policymakers, government officials, and technology developers seeking current empirical research findings to be used to improve the overall understanding of the flood phenomenon.
£178.50
Nova Science Publishers Inc Research Advances in Marine Resources
Book SynopsisA diversity of methodological approaches has been used in ecology to generate species distribution models (SDMs) and their amount has increased significantly during the last decades. In Chapter One, the authors evaluate three different techniques of SDMs, such as hierarchical Bayesian spatial models, classification trees globally optimised with evolutionary algorithms and random forests, dealing with fishery-dependent data of two elasmobranch species. Chapter Two evaluates the effects of tourism on eight fishing communities by comparing a number of ecological and economic indicators. Chapter Three presents a brief review of offshore wind technology and describes the most frequently used types of turbines, transmission systems and support structures in Europe.
£78.39
Nova Science Publishers Inc Groundwater Quality: Assessment and Environmental
Book SynopsisThis book discusses arsenic contamination in groundwater, which has emerged as a major health hazard in India. The authors review a generalised scenario of groundwater in the Greater Dhaka Area, focusing on the deterioration of groundwater quality over the years and its impact on the environment. Following this, the chemical composition of rainwater and groundwater from the Mount Cameroon area in May-July 2017 is analysed, and the impact of water-rock interactions on groundwater chemistry is assessed. The concluding study aims to assess the extent of exposure to fluoride in inhabitants of Raebareli district in Uttar Pradesh, India, generating baseline data about the fluoride-contaminated area.
£58.39
BookBaby Low-Tech Process-Based Restoration of Riverscapes: Design Manual
Book SynopsisStream and riverine landscapes or riverscapes are made up of a series of interconnected floodplain, groundwater, channel habitats, and their associated biotic communities that are maintained by physical and biological processes that vary across spatial and temporal scales. An over-arching goal of riverscape restoration and conservation is to improve the health of as many miles as possible, while ensuring those systems achieve and maintain their potential in self-sustaining ways. This design manual is intended to help the restoration community more efficiently maximize efforts to initiate self-sustaining recovery of degraded riverscapes at meaningful scales. Structural-starvation of wood and beaver dams in riverscapes is one of the most common impairments affecting riverscape health. At a basic level, a riverscape starved of structure drains too quickly and efficiently, lacks connectivity with its floodplain and has simpler more homogenous habitat. By contrast, a riverscape system with an appropriate amount of structure provides obstructions to flow. What follows in the wake of structurally-forced hydraulic diversity are more complicated geomorphic processes that result in far more diverse habitat, resilience, and a rich suite of associated ecosystem services. The purpose of this design manual is to provide restoration practitioners with guidelines for implementing a subset of low-tech tools-namely post-assisted log structures (PALS) and beaver dam analogues (BDAs)-for initiating process-based restoration in structurally-starved riverscapes. While the concept of process-based restoration in riverscapes has been advocated for at least two decades, details and specific examples on how to implement it remain sparse. Here, we describe 'low-tech process-based restoration' as a practice of using simple, low unit-cost, structural additions (e.g., wood and beaver dams) to riverscapes to mimic functions and initiate specific processes. Hallmarks of this approach include: An explicit focus on the processes that a low-tech restoration intervention is meant to promote A conscious effort to use cost-effective, low-tech treatments (e.g., hand-built, natural materials, non-engineered, short-term design life-spans) 'Letting the system do the work', which defers critical decision making to riverscapes and nature's ecosystem engineersImportantly, the manual conveys underlying principles guiding use of low-tech tools in process-based restoration in systems impaired by insufficient structural complexity. Although intended to be simple, low-tech restoration still requires some basic understanding of watershed context, riverscape behavior and channel evolution, and careful planning. The manual provides interested practitioners with sufficient conceptual and applied information on planning, design, permitting, construction and adaptive management to get started, as well as references to additional information and resources. Detailed design and construction guidance is provided on two effective low-tech tools: 1) beaver dam analogues (BDAs) for mimicking beaver dam activity, and 2) post-assisted log structures (PALS) for mimicking wood accumulation in riverscapes. Throughout the manual, readers are reminded that the structures themselves are not the solution, but rather a means to initiate specific, desirable processes. Ultimately, embracing the design principles will help practitioners better understand the 'why' behind structural interventions and allow for more efficient and effective riverscape restoration.
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Taylor & Francis Inc Cavitation And The Centrifugal Pump: A Guide For
Book SynopsisThis practical reference describes the occurrence of cavitation in a centrifugal pump, and how unacceptable cavitation can be avoided. It explains cavitation problems such as hydraulic performance loss, hydrodynamically or thermodynamically induced surging, and cavitation erosion. General guidelines for acceptable operation conditions, such as, net positive suction head (NPSH) margins and minimum flowrates, are presented along with evidence and logic for these proposed guidelines.Table of Contents1.Cavitation an Unacceptable Phenomenon 2.Independent Variables and Terminology 3.Centrifugal Pump Performance Characteristics 4.Net Positive Suction Head and the Pump Operational Range 5.Cavity Dynamics-A Simplified Approach 6.Hydraulic Performance Loss-Duty Shortfall and Vapour Locking 7.Cavitation Surging-Hydrodynamically Induced 8.Cavitation Surging-Thermodynamically Induced 9.Cavitation Erosion 10.Centrifugal Pump Low-Flow Protection 11.Cavitation for Centrifugal Pumps 12.New Centrifugal Pump Specifications-Pump Selection and Cavitation 13.New Centrifugal Pump Offers-Technical Assessments and Cavitation 14.Centrifugal Pumps in Service-Resolving Cavitation Problems 15.Centrifugal Pumps and Cavitation-A View of the Past 16.Centrifugal Pumps and Cavitation-A View on the Future Appendix A.The First Centrifugal Pump-As Described by Denis Papin in 1705 Index
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Taylor & Francis Inc Soil-Water-Solute Process Characterization: An
Book SynopsisThe practitioner or researcher often faces complex alternatives when selecting a method to characterize properties governing a soil process. After years of research and development, environmental and agricultural professionals now have an array of methods for characterizing soil processes. Well-established methods, however, may not be suitable for the specific conditions of a study since many soil characteristics are intrinsically variable. An objective, integrated approach for soil characterization is needed to more effectively quantify parameters.Soil-Water-Solute Process Characterization goes beyond technical guidance and addresses the complicating factors such as spatial and temporal variability of soil processes, scale issues, soil structure, and the trade-offs between methods. It focuses on advanced methods for the monitoring and modeling of mass transfer processes in soil. Expert contributors present limitations to well-known methods and alternatives, discussing their practical applications for characterization efforts, evaluating strengths and weaknesses, and focusing on a reduced set of selected techniques. Three in-depth sections cover everything from multidisciplinary approaches for assessing subsurface non-point source pollution to techniques for characterizing water and energy balances at the soil-plant-atmosphere interface, field methods for monitoring soil water status, and computer models for characterizing the effect of chemicals in soil. This single-source reference is transforming method selection and our understanding of the principles, advantages, and limitations of the available monitoring techniques. Written in a simple and straightforward manner, Soil-Water-Solute Process Characterization is a detailed cookbook and a useful, practical reference for students, practitioners, and researchers.Table of Contents Table of Contents. Preface: Soil Characterization, an Integrated Approach. Integration of Soil Process Characterization. Soil and Physical Processes: Energy and Water. Soil and Solutes Processes. Soil and Microorganisms. Spatial Variability and Scale Issues. Modeling Tools.
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Taylor & Francis Inc Management Guide to Retrofitting Wastewater
Book SynopsisFROM THE PREFACESince Federal funding is scarce for massive upgrades, and/or complete new Wastewater Treatment Plants (WWTP) construction, treatment plant operators, superintendents, managers, city councils, boards, etc. must get more creative on funding and coordinating process equipment replacements. Contained herein you will find hints, tactics and procedures aimed at getting the "biggest bang for your public buck." During the 1970s and 1980s, through grants, the Federal Government paid 80% of costs to build new or expanded wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations and collection system renovations. The majority of the grants were to upgrade primary treatment facilities to secondary, and secondary to tertiary treatment status based on Clean Water Act regulations. If your facility was fortunate enough to receive grants, you were in good shape for approximately 20 to 30 years (depending on community growth rates). Since most wastewater treatment facilities are designed to last 20 years, many of the new or expanded facilities in the 70's and 80's are reaching the end of their service life. Some may have reached it sooner due to growth beyond the expected rate, inadequate preventive maintenance, or design inadequacies when built. Now you have identified problems with insufficient aeration capacity, equipment mechanical failure, insufficient pump station capacity, infrastructure deterioration, etc. and need to do something about it before you violate your NPDES permit (if you have not already). This equipment seems very costly to replace because you now must pay 100% opposed to 20% with the grants. Many WWTP are in need of replacement and/or upgraded equipment. The equipment itself is typically about 25% to 50% of the total project cost. This cannot be changed much. However, the remaining 50% to 75% (engineering, installation labor costs and project management) may be whittled down dependent on how active and creative the project coordinator (yourself) wants to be in the process. When EPA funded 80% of project costs in prior years, it was no big deal to have an "open pocketbook" attitude. Those days have changed forever and so have procurement procedures for projects. A Management Guide to Retrofitting Wastewater Treatment Plants is geared towards the managerial and administrative scope of a Lead Operator, Superintendent, Facility Manager type of Wastewater individual. All the junior college courses available, practical operator experience, and certification status will still not offer the opportunity to learn administrative and cost savings techniques (similar to operating a business). But soon, your job may demand these skills. This book is a handy reference for making the task of upgrading/retrofitting wastewater process equipment easier and less costly. It includes ideas for selling upgrade ideas to superiors, pre- and post-project activities, and certain management techniques useful for successful retrofitting or upgrading in past projects. This book should prove helpful to those who find themselves involved in retrofitting their facility, and need assistance on resolving facility problems, including treatment plant operators, superintendents, managers, city council members, and boards. It is also a valuable reference guide for municipal operations individuals who want to retain control of their facilities, but don't quite know how. It was written with the front line operator, superintendent, and manager in mind, in common operator language in order to allow easier understanding. It contains many tips and techniques which operators can implement immediately.Table of ContentsIntroduction. RESOURCE ORGANIZATIONS. Computer Programs. Communication of Results. STATUS OF EXISTING FACILITIES. In-House Evaluation. Professional Evaluation. Prioritizing. PLANNING. Short Term Plans. Medium Range Plans. Long Range Plans. Capital Replacement Budgeting. SOLICITING HELP. Selecting a Consulting Engineer. Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM's). OBTAINING NECESSARY FUNDING. Governmental Funding (Revolving Loan Funds). Issuance of Bonds. PERMITS TO CONSTRUCT/OPERATE FROM EPA. ORGANIZING TEAMS. PUBLIC NOTICE FOR BIDS REQUEST. Awarding Contract. Formal Contract of Agreement. PROJECT OVERSIGHT & MANAGEMENT. COMMUNICATING RESULTS. EQUIPMENT START-UP. Scheduled Maintenance. Warranty. Spare Parts. SIMILAR EQUIPMENT. CONTRACT OPERATIONS. CONCLUSION. EXHIBITS. Appendix: Frequently Asked Questions
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Taylor & Francis Inc Water Science for Food Health
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Nova Science Publishers Inc Watersheds: Processes, Management & Impact
Book SynopsisThis book examines the management and impacts of watersheds on the ecosystem process. The authors present topics including the effects of thinning on material transformation in a stand of Cryptomeria japonica in a watershed in eastern Japan; natural and human influences on the inorganic water chemistry of the northern Xinjiang rivers in China; current land use within the Conecuh/Escambia River watershed in the Gulf of Mexico; factors affecting farmers'' adoption of best management practices in Ontario''s Grand River watershed; and the adaptation of national elevation dataset to estimate depression storage in a glaciated watershed.
£106.49
Nova Science Publishers Inc Flood Risk & Flood Management
Book SynopsisEven with all the advances in technologies, humans continue to suffer from the consequences of flooding century after century. This book covers two pertinent topics: flood risk and flood management. Experts world-wide share their knowledge on these topics and highlight solutions to the flooding problems in the 21st century. Topics discussed in this book include spatial explicit multi-criteria flood risk; identification of social obstacles in solving flooding problems in Buenos Aires Province, Argentina; participative planning processes in flood risk management and in integrated watershed management; new economic instrument for integrated management of muddy flow risks; flood hazard mapping using hydrodynamic modelling approach; and simulation of flood reduction by means of complex structural measures using hydrodynamic modelling and aerial photogrammetry-derived digital surface model (DSM).
£149.99
ABDO Publishing Co Floods
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Murphy & Moore Publishing Advances in Hydroinformatics
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Murphy & Moore Publishing Ecohydrology
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Murphy & Moore Publishing Ecohydrology: Future Perspectives
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Murphy & Moore Publishing Handbook of Hydrology
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Murphy & Moore Publishing Hillslope Hydrology: Theory and Practice
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Murphy & Moore Publishing Hydropower: An Introduction
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Murphy & Moore Publishing Principles and Practices of Engineering Hydrology
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