Influence and Applicability of the Eurocode: For locks that are part of the Flood Defense System

Since the entrance of the Eurocode a lot of commotion emerged for the hydraulic engineer. The implementation of the Eurocode entailed a problem for the hydraulic structures that are part of the flood defense system. According the law, the locks that are part of the flood defense system should meet the requirements based on the most critical...

Decision alternatives for the safety of the Eastern Scheldt: Will it be cost-effective to remove the Eastern Scheldt storm surge barrier in case of sea level rise?

After the disastrous floods in 1953 in the Netherlands, measures are taken to improve the safety in the Netherlands. In the Southwest of the Netherlands a couple of tidal basins are closed by the construction of dams and storm surge barriers. The closure of tidal basins shortens the coastal length and can result in a cost reduction comparing...