Tsunamis: Detection, Monitoring, and Early-Warning Technologies

摘要: The devastating impacts of tsunamis have received increased focus since the Indian Ocean tsunami 2004, most destructive in over 400 years recorded history. that occurred as a result earthquake Japan March 2011 further emphasized need for detection, monitoring, and early-warning technologies. This professional reference is first its kind: it provides globally inclusive review current state detection technology will be much-needed resource oceanographers marine engineers working to upgrade integrate their warning systems. It focuses on two main systems (TWS): International Regional. Featured are comparative assessments real-time reporting challenges through remote measuring stations also addressed, well historical scientific aspects tsunamis. * Offers readers only source practical content technological details subject* Written by monitoring expert who has 32 experience field* Companion web site featuring multi-media components, timely updates fast-paced developments, an online forum where scientists can exchange ideas, discuss provide author with valuable feedback