{"product_id":"port-designers-handbook","title":"Port Designers Handbook","description":"\u003cp\u003eNow in its fourth edition, \u003cem\u003ePort Designer''s Handbook\u003c\/em\u003e is the definitive guide to the layout, design and construction of harbours and port structures. Fully in line with the latest PIANC recommendations, this book covers all aspects of port planning and design from the impact of natural conditions on harbours, to health and safety, and the maintenance and repair of port structures as well as channel and harbour basins. Particular attention is given to the impact from ships, including berthing requirements, ship dimension tables and container terminals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis fully revised edition has also seen the material updated to provide coverage of:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003enew design and construction methods of the quay structures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efloating berth structures for large vessels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edetailed evaluation of the necessary mooring system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eevaluation of the bollard system and layout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003enew design and evaluation of the fender system according to the new PIANC recommendation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eupdating the design of the erosion problem in the front of the quay due to the ship propellers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003econcrete in port structures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith an intuitive layout where the reader can easily find information on practical construction methods, Carl A. Thoresen''s guide is an essential purchase for all practicing port and harbour engineers, designers and contractors, as well as students new to this continually developing area.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MediaPlace","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57318789251454,"sku":"NW9780727763075","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1379\/1261\/files\/9780727763075.jpg?v=1778649366","url":"https:\/\/mediaplace.com\/en-usa\/products\/port-designers-handbook","provider":"MediaPlace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}