Explore how tsunamis shape coastlines and how engineers study and respond to them.
This authoritative report explains how tsunamis are generated, how they propagate to shore, and how they interact with coastal structures and shorelines. It also covers warning systems and instrumentation used to monitor and mitigate impacts.
This edition presents a clear view of the coastal processes affected by tsunamis, from the origin of waves to runup along the shore. It emphasizes practical engineering concerns, verification of numerical results, and methods to minimize losses in coastal zones.
- How tsunamis are generated by submarine earthquakes, volcanic activity, landslides, and explosions.
- How waves propagate, transform nearshore, and interact with shelves and shorelines.
- How coast-protection structures respond to tsunami loads and how runup is evaluated.
- The role of tsunami warning systems and offshore gages in hazard reduction.
Ideal for readers of coastal engineering, hazard mitigation, and natural disaster response.