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Anonymous, A. (author)This module covers the choice for and the operating principles of the Maeslant Barrier, also known as the Storm Surge Barrier in the New Waterway. The module will give you insight into the history of the design and discuss the boundary conditions. In addition, the relationship with the storm surge barrier in the Hartel Canal (SSBHC) will be...report 2012
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op 't Landt, Mark (author)The Netherlands is a low-lying delta and therefore prone to flooding. After the flood in 1953, the Delta Committee was established which commenced the Delta Works to enhance water safety for the society and economy. The Maeslant Barrier and Eastern Scheldt Barrier are the largest and most technologically advanced flood defences which are part of...master thesis 2018
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Sewberath-Misser, Vyasa (author)The coastal zone is becoming more vulnerable due to growing concentrations of human population, settlements, and socio-economic activities. The Rhine-Meuse Delta is low-lying land, which makes it vulnerable to flooding. The Maeslant barrier is a storm surge barrier which should prevent flooding in the low-lying land behind the barrier. Various...master thesis 2022
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van der Weijden, Hans (author)This investigation considers the two floating gates of the Maeslant barrier, which is a storm surge barrier in the Rotterdam area. During the end of each closure operation of the Maeslant barrier, the flow at the barrier may be in seaward direction. Three different effects have been observed in the situation with a flow in seaward direction. The...master thesis 2022
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Ponsioen, L.A. (author)A Digital twin, a digital replica of a physical entity or system, encapsulated in a software model, represents a promising technology that has demonstrated its effectiveness for asset management in various industries. Rijkswaterstaat has gained interest in investigating the possibilities for digital twin integration in the asset management of...report 2023