An Introduction to Failure Modes of Coastal Structures for Professional Engineers

Introductory technical guidance for civil engineers, marine engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in failure modes of coastal structures. Here is what is discussed: 1. FAILURE MODES OF TYPICAL STRUCTURE TYPES, 2. SLOPING-FRONT STRUCTURES, 3. VERTICAL-FRONT STRUCTURES, 4. FLOATING STRUCTURES, 5. BEACH FILLS, 6. SCOUR POTENTIAL AND TOE FAILURE.