Use of a stepped-slope floating breakwater system for environment-friendly method of coastal shelter

• Main Authors: Teh, Hee Min, Ismail, Hadibah
• Format: Conference or Workshop Item
• Published: 2002
• Subjects: TC Hydraulic engineering. Ocean engineering; TA Engineering (General). Civil engineering (General)
• Online Access: http://eprints.utp.edu.my/7711/1/2002_MSTC%2C_Genting_Highlands.pdf; http://eprints.utp.edu.my/7711/

In recent years, floating breakwaters are used increasingly as a means of protecting marinas from wind and ship generated waves. They have extensive potential applications for boat basin and ramp protection as well as erosion protection. The advantages of these structures compared to conventional br...