This third editon has been intensively augmented and revised to include the latest developments in this rapidly expanding field. The intensified search for oil and gas, the catastrophic flooding of coastal regions and the demands for transportation, bridges, submerged tunnels and waterways have led to the continuing innovation of new technology which isnowavailable for use on more conventional projects as well as those at the frontiers. This text is intended as a guide and reference for practicing engineers and constructors for use in the marine environment. It is also intended as a text for graduate engineering students interested in this highly challenging endeavour | CONSTRUCTION OF MARINE AND OFFSHORE STRUCTURES Third Edition 2007 by Taylor Francis Group LLC 2007 by Taylor Francis Group LLC CONSTRUCTION OF MARINE AND OFFSHORE STRUCTURES Third Edition Ben c. Gerwick Jr. Ben c. Gerwick Incorporated San Francisco California CRC Press J Taylor Francis Croup Boca Raton London New York CRC Press is an imprint of the Taylor Francis Group an informa business 2007 by Taylor Francis Group .
