Some researches are already studied on dikes，and established consideration to many practical problems，but these are either insufficient or limited to special aspects.In fhis book，a clear explanation of fundamental principals of dike functions，dike boundary conditions，dike failure mechanisms，dike design.dike construction and dike management and maintenance are given.It is assumed that the designer has no prior knowledge of lhe subject，buf has a good understanding of mechanisms and fluid dynamics.

Preface

1.Introduction

2.Function of Dikes

　2.1 General

　2.2 Type of dikes

3.Boundary Conditions

　3.1 General

　3.2 Hydraulic boundary conditions

　3.3 Geotechnical boundary conditions

　3.4 Social economy and environment

　3.5 Local conditions

　3.6 The other load conditions

4.Failure Mechanismas and Analysis

　4.1 General

　4.2 Types of failure mechanism

　4.3 Wave run-up and overtopping analysis

　4.4 Seepage analysis

　4.5 Stability analysis

　4.6 Settlement analysis

　4.7 Revetment

5.Dike Design

　5.1 General

　5.2 Dike alignment

　5.3 Maerial evaluation

　5.4 Dike profile

　5.5 Standard of earth filing

6.Dike Construction

　6.1 General

　6.2 Construction Investigation

　6.3 Construction planning

　6.4 Construction aspects

　6.5 Construction quality control

7.Dike Management and Maintenance

8.Dike Stabilization and Emergency Remedy

9.Case Studies

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