Pacific Tsunami Warning System
Download or Read eBook Pacific Tsunami Warning System PDF written by Laura Sau Lin Kong and published by U.S. Government Printing Office. This book was released on 2015 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
| Author | : Laura Sau Lin Kong |
| Publisher | : U.S. Government Printing Office |
| Total Pages | : 200 |
| Release | : 2015 |
| ISBN-10 | : STANFORD:36105050684591 |
| ISBN-13 | : |
| Rating | : 4/5 (91 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Pacific Tsunami Warning System by : Laura Sau Lin Kong
Book excerpt: NOTE: NO FURTHER DICOUNT FOR THIS ITEM- OVERSTOCK SALE- Significantly reduced price The Pacific Tsunami Warning System, commonly referred to as the PTWS, has come far in the last five decades since its formation in 1965. This book describes significant tsunami events, presents the history of the PTWS design and implementation and its milestones. It also reviews main scientific and technological aspects of tsunami detection and warning, and discuses its managerial, educational, and societal dimensions. A brief introduction is given to each of the key partners in the PTWS that together make the whole system work. Additionally, the reader will find Member State perspectives and views on the PTWS's future development. "
