Dear List Members
Please find information below on a publication that may be of interest.
Hydraulic Design of Side Weirs, a publication from HR Wallingford
Side weirs are used widely in order to divert flows from rivers, canals,
sewers and reservoirs. However, the hydraulic behaviour of this type of
weir is complex and difficult to predict accurately by simple methods. This
book presents a new design procedure that was developed by analysing
published data on the performance of side weirs and using the results to
calibrate a predictive numerical model. Presented in the form of graphs
and simplified equations, this new method enables the flow rate discharged
by a side weir to be determined by direct calculation.
Hydraulic design of side weirs provides practical guidance, leading the
designer through the whole hydraulic design process to ensure that the
structure operates as intended. The introductory chapters of the book
describe alternative methods of flow regulation in natural and artificial
channels, the factors that need to be considered when establishing design
parameters for side weirs, and the hydraulic principles that underlie their
performance. Useful guidance on the layout and construction of side weirs
is illustrated by many practical examples, and detailed information is
given for side weirs installed in rivers, navigable canals, irrigation
channels, wastewater facilities and storm sewer overflows. Also included
are worked examples demonstrating the use of the design procedure in
practice.
This handbook is aimed at consultants and contractors, and all those
involved in the design, planning and construction of side weirs forming key
components of hydraulic systems. The book will also be a valuable reference
tool for engineering students.
This book, published by Thomas Telford, is available directly from HR
Wallingford for £45.00. For more information please contact Céline Grand,
publications co-ordinator at HR Wallingford by email
[log in to unmask], or telephone +44 (0)1491 822316.
Kind regards
Jackie Harrop
Publicity Manager
HR Wallingford Ltd, Howbery Park, Wallingford, Oxon OX10 8BA
Tel: +44 (0)1491 822 389, Fax: +44 (0)1491 825 483
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