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Abstract

This thesis is intended as a theoretical discussion and a practical guide for the planning of the hydrological networks in areas where the hydrological regime has not been disturbed by man. Although the scope of this thesis is limited to the natural regime section of the hydrological network, the writer suggests that the methodology developed may have applications to other sections of the hydrological network and to related networks, particularly the meteorological one.

The main elements which are at the basis of the planning technology developed are data banks, and modelling and optimization procedures, the combined use of which is made possible by the computer. The method of planning suggested is based on the idea that the development of the hydrological network should proceed through a reasonable allocation of effort and funds for data acquisition and data interpretation. Methods of information interpolation based on the analysis of the available data in conjunction with data from other related networks and information on the terrain characteristics are emphasized as a complement or an alternative to direct measurement.

While taking his lesson from past and present, the writer recognizes that developing technology will soon change some, if not most, of the current hydrometric practices. Hence, the writer also considers the planning process as an effort to reconcile the future to the present.

Publication Type:	Thesis (Doctoral)
Subjects:	G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > GB Physical geography G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > GE Environmental Sciences T Technology > TC Hydraulic engineering. Ocean engineering
Departments:	School of Science & Technology > Department of Engineering School of Science & Technology > School of Science & Technology Doctoral Theses Doctoral Theses

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