On the Choice of Structure and Layout of Rubble Mound Breakwater Heads

Enrique Maciñeira, Hans F. Burcharth

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    Abstract

     The paper discusses the various functional, environmental and structural conditions to consider related to the choice of breakwater head type. Results from hydraulic model tests of rubble mound and caisson head solutions for the new deep water port at Punto Langosteira, La Coruña, Spain, are presented. Advantages and disadvantages of the two types of solution are discussed.
    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationProceedings of the 31st PIANC Congress : Estoril, Portugal, May 2006
    Number of pages7
    Volume2
    Place of PublicationNew York
    PublisherCurran Associates, Inc
    Publication date2006
    Pages805-812
    ISBN (Print)9781604237474
    Publication statusPublished - 2006
    EventPIANC World Congrees - Estoril, Portugal
    Duration: 14 May 200618 May 2006
    Conference number: 31

    Conference

    ConferencePIANC World Congrees
    Number31
    Country/TerritoryPortugal
    CityEstoril
    Period14/05/200618/05/2006

    Bibliographical note

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    Keywords

    • Breakwater Heads
    • Rubble Mound Roundhead
    • Caisson Head
    • Wave Agitation

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