Author(s): K. W. Pilarczyk
Linked Author(s):
Keywords: No Keywords
Abstract: Numerous types of revetments have been developed in the past to protect shores, banks, dams and other structures against erosion by waves and currents (i. e. riprap, various concrete units and systems, as- phalt, etc. ). The design of most of these revetments is still based more on rather vague experience than on the generally valid calculation methods. A brief description of investigations and design criteria for various types of revetments developed recently in the Netherlands is given. The stability criteria, based on sma11- and large (prototype) -scale tests are given among others, for the following systems: riprap, gravel, loose placed and interlocked. blocks and asphalt. The results can be used for solving the typical problem of the choice of revetment type for coastal- and river-engineering works in respect to design wave/ current 1oad, ability of materials, and desired function of construction.
Year: 1985