Irrigation and Hydraulic Structures: Theory, Design, and Practice

Author: (Baki) Ali (Ali, I.) Author, translated by Zhang Baorui et al.
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Publishing Date: 2006-02-01
Features: This comprehensive reference book was written by Dr. Iqbal Ali, a member of the Water Resources Technology Committee of Pakistan, former professor at the University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore, and current professor at the University of Engineering and Technology, Karachi. Based on years of research and engineering experience, it is designed for students and designers in the field of irrigation engineering. The book provides a thorough introduction to modern irrigation system design in Pakistan, reflecting its irrigation design standards comprehensively. The scope of discussion includes fundamental theories of irrigation systems, design principles, and engineering practices. Starting from irrigation water sources and basic hydrological principles, it covers hydraulic structures in irrigation systems as well as the integration of irrigation systems with farmland management. In the final chapter, it discusses waterlogging, salinization, and their mitigation measures from an environmental impact perspective. This book is suitable for water resource professionals, especially those engaged in agricultural water management and water-saving irrigation research, planning, design, construction, and management. It can also be used as a teaching material for students in agricultural and irrigation engineering programs at universities and secondary vocational schools.