Structure in the Sea: The Science, Technology and Effects of Purpose-Built Reefs and Related Surfaces

Structure in the Sea: The Science, Technology and Effects of Purpose-Built Reefs and Related Surfaces provides a review of the history, development, status and emerging trends in research, technology and applications of artificial reef habitats and sea floor structures. The book helps readers understand, utilize and add to the research of modern reef deployment efforts, presenting a guide to equip stakeholders requiring technical foundations and best practices. Topics include materials, designs and construction methods, along with the ecology of these structures, including key aspects of the life history of plants and animals associated with artificial reefs. Rigorous research addressing ecological, economic and engineering questions, coupled with the innovative deployment of structures worldwide by diverse stakeholders, have created a synergy that makes the book a valuable synthesis and analysis for this growing subject. Thus, its broad audience includes marine (coastal and ocean) environmental sciences, including aquatic ecologists, those working in ocean sustainability and conservation, benthic habitat and coral reef restoration practitioners, and more. Presents a new perspective on how we might save natural wonders under threat Provides a representation of reefs, showing the economic and humanitarian value of these natural ecosystems Unlocks potentials for solutions for conservation by including global case studies INDICE: 1. The Scope of Artificial Reef Science and Technology in the World's Oceans2. Scientific Foundations for Artificial Reefs and Related Human-made Sea Floor Structures3. Planning and Purposes of Artificial Reefs4. Design, Siting, Construction and Engineering Aspects of Artificial Reefs5. Life At and Around Artificial Reef and Related Undersea Structures6. Integration and Performance of Artificial Reefs in Ocean Resources Management7. Secondary Reefs: Infrastructure as a Component of Ocean Ecosystems8. Human-made Structure and Sea Floor Habitat in a Changing Ocean Literature Cited (references from all chapters) Index

• ISBN: 978-0-12-823425-9
• Editorial: Elsevier
• Encuadernacion: Rústica
• Páginas: 360
• Fecha Publicación: 01/07/2022
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés