COASTAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
Scope & Guideline
Pioneering Solutions for Coastal Challenges
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Coastal Hazards and Risk Assessment:
Research involving the assessment of risks associated with coastal hazards such as tsunamis, storm surges, and extreme weather events. This includes probabilistic modeling and historical analysis to enhance understanding and preparedness. - Coastal Dynamics and Morphology:
Studies examining the physical processes affecting coastal morphology, including sediment transport, erosion, and the impacts of waves and currents on coastal structures and ecosystems. - Climate Change Impacts:
Investigations into how climate change affects coastal environments, particularly in relation to sea-level rise, increased storm frequency, and the resilience of coastal ecosystems. - Innovative Modeling Techniques:
Development and application of advanced modeling techniques, including numerical simulations and machine learning approaches, to predict coastal processes and assess the effectiveness of engineering solutions. - Marine Infrastructure and Management:
Research focused on the design, performance, and sustainability of coastal infrastructures, such as breakwaters and seawalls, and their interactions with natural coastal processes. - Ecosystem Services and Green Infrastructure:
Exploration of the role of natural solutions, like mangroves and coral reefs, in coastal protection and their contribution to ecosystem services.
Trending and Emerging
- Machine Learning and AI in Coastal Studies:
The integration of machine learning and artificial intelligence techniques for predictive modeling and real-time monitoring is gaining traction, indicating a move towards more data-driven decision-making in coastal management. - Climate Adaptation Strategies:
Research focusing on adaptive strategies for coastal communities to respond to climate change impacts, including studies on resilience-building and the use of green infrastructure, has become increasingly relevant. - Multi-Hazard Assessment Methodologies:
There is a growing emphasis on multi-hazard assessments that consider the interactions between different coastal hazards, such as storm surges and tsunamis, reflecting the complexity of coastal risk management. - Sustainable Coastal Ecosystem Management:
Research into the sustainable management of coastal ecosystems, including blue carbon initiatives and the restoration of natural habitats, is emerging as a critical area of focus. - Advanced Sensing and Monitoring Technologies:
The use of novel sensing technologies and real-time monitoring systems for waves, currents, and coastal changes is on the rise, supporting more informed and timely coastal management practices.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Coastal Engineering Approaches:
Research that relies solely on conventional coastal engineering methods, such as rigid structures without consideration for ecological impacts, appears to be declining as there is a growing emphasis on integrated and sustainable approaches. - Historical Case Studies:
While historical analyses have provided valuable insights, the focus on retrospective case studies may be waning in favor of predictive modeling and real-time assessment methodologies. - Localized Studies on Specific Coastal Regions:
Research focusing narrowly on specific geographic areas, without broader applicability, is becoming less common as the journal encourages studies with wider implications and cross-regional comparisons.
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