In recent years, there has been considerable development in the method of design of dams in connection with hydro-electric power schemes. In this work, the author, who is professor in the School of Hydraulic Engineers at Grenoble, has set out clearly the theories of the design of gravity dams, arch dams and counterfort and hollow dams. While a reasonable knowledge of the strength of materials, statics and graphic statics has been assumed, Part 1 has been devoted to the establishment in a summary way of the formulae and theorems to which reference is made later in the book. Part 2 is devoted to gravity dams and gives a clear exposition of the well-established method of design. The theory of arch dams is not yet fully established and is still the object of widespread research. The reader will therefore find Part 3 of particular interest as a clear exposition of the theoretical methods of design available for this type of dam. The final section deals with counterfort and hollow dams. This work, which is the result of many years experience, will be of great value both to practising engineers and students. Hardcover, 344 pages, 22cm x 14cm.
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