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• Cover
• Preface
• 1 Introduction
• 1.1 Aquaculture engineering
• 1.2 Classification of aquaculture
• 1.3 The farm: technical components in a system
• 1.4 Future trends: increased importance of aquaculture engineering
• 1.5 This textbook
• References
• 2 Water Transport
• 2.1 Introduction
• 2.2 Pipe and pipe parts
• 2.3 Some basic hydrodynamics
• 2.4 Water flow and head loss in channels and pipe systems
• 2.5 Pumps
• References
• 3 Water Quality and Water Treatment: An Introduction
• 3.1 Increased focus on water quality
• 3.2 Inlet water
• 3.3 Outlet water
• 3.4 Water treatment
• References
• 4 Fish Metabolism, Water Quality and Separation Technology
• 4.1 Introduction
• 4.2 Fish metabolism
• 4.3 Separation technology
• References
• 5 Controlling pH, Alkalinity and Hardness
• 5.1 Introduction
• 5.2 pH
• 5.3 Alkalinity
• 5.4 Hardness
• 5.5 Chemical agents to use for regulation of pH, alkalinity and hardness
• 5.6 Examples of methods for pH adjustment
• References
• 6 Removal of Particles: Traditional Methods
• 6.1 Introduction
• 6.2 Characterization of the water
• 6.3 Methods for particle removal in fish farming
• 6.4 Hydraulic loads on filter units
• 6.5 Purification efficiency
• 6.6 Dual drain tank
• 6.7 Local ecological solutions
• References
• 7 Protein Skimming, Flotation, Coagulation and Flocculation
• 7.1 Introduction
• 7.2 Mechanisms for attachment and removal
• 7.3 Bubbles
• 7.4 Foam
• 7.5 Introduction of bubbles affects the gas concentration in the water
• 7.6 Use of bubble columns in aquaculture
• 7.7 Performance of protein skimmers and flotation plants in aquaculture
• 7.8 Design and dimensioning of protein skimmers and flotation plants
• References
• 8 Membrane Filtration
• 8.1 History and use
• 8.2 What is membrane filtration?
• 8.3 Classification of membrane filters
• 8.4 Flow pattern
• 8.5 Membrane shape/geometry
• 8.6 Membrane construction/morphology
• 8.7 Flow across membranes
• 8.8 Membrane materials
• 8.9 Fouling
• 8.10 Automation
• 8.11 Design and dimensioning of membrane filtration plants
• 8.12 Some examples of results with membranes used in aquaculture
• References
• 9 Sludge
• 9.1 What is sludge
• 9.2 Utilization of the sludge
• 9.3 Dewatering of sludge
• 9.4 Stabilization of sludge
• 9.5 Composting of the sludge: aerobic decomposition
• 9.6 Fermentation and biogas production: anaerobic decomposition
• 9.7 Addition of lime
• 9.8 Drying of sludge
• 9.9 Combustion of sludge
• 9.10 Other possibilities for treatment and utilization of the sludge
• References
• 10 Disinfection
• 10.1 Introduction
• 10.2 Basis of disinfection
• 10.3 Ultraviolet light
• 10.4 Ozone
• 10.5 Advanced oxidation technology
• 10.6 Other disinfection methods
• References
• 11 Heating and Cooling
• 11.1 Introduction
• 11.2 Heating requires energy
• 11.3 Methods for heating water
• 11.4 Heaters
• 11.5 Heat exchangers
• 11.6 Heat pumps
• 11.7 Composite heating systems
• 11.8 Chilling of water
• References
• 12 Gas Exchange, Aeration, Oxygenation and CO2 Removal
• 12.1 Introduction
• 12.2 Gas exchange in fish
• 12.3 Gases in water
• 12.4 Gas solubility in water
• 12.5 Gas transfer theory: aeration
• 12.6 Design and construction of aerators
• 12.7 Oxygenation of water
• 12.8 Theory of oxygenation
• 12.9 Design and construction of oxygen injection systems
• 12.10 Oxygen gas characteristics
• 12.11 Sources of oxygen
• Appendix 12.1
• Appendix 12.2
• References
• 13 Removal of Ammonia and Other Nitrogen Connections from Water
• 13.1 Introduction
• 13.2 Biological removal of ammonium ion
• 13.3 Nitrification
• 13.4 Construction of nitrification filters
• 13.5 Management of biological filters
• 13.6 Example of biofilter design
• 13.7 Denitrification
• 13.8 Other bacteria cultures
• 13.9 Inoculation and boosting of biological filters
• 13.10 Chemical removal of ammonia
• 13.11 Other methods
• References
• 14 Recycling Aquaculture Systems: Traditional Recirculating Water Systems
• 14.1 Introduction
• 14.2 Advantages and disadvantages of re‐use systems
• 14.3 Definitions
• 14.4 Theoretical models for construction of re‐use systems
• 14.5 Components in a re‐use system
• 14.6 Accumulation of substances, hydrogen sulphide problem and earthy taste removal
• 14.7 Water maturation, disinfection and use of probiotics
• 14.8 Design of a re‐use system
• 14.9 Evaluation of performance of a RAS
• References
• 15 Natural Systems, Integrated Aquaculture, Aquaponics, Biofloc
• 15.1 Characterization of production systems
• 15.2 Closing the nutrient loop
• 15.3 Re‐use of water: an interesting topic
• 15.4 Natural systems, polyculture, integrated systems
• References
• 16 Production Units: A Classification
• 16.1 Introduction
• 16.2 Classification of production units
• 16.3 Possibilities for controlling environmental impact
• 17 Egg Storage and Hatching Equipment
• 17.1 Introduction
• 17.2 Systems where the eggs stay pelagic
• 17.3 Systems where the eggs lie on the bottom
• References
• 18 Tanks, Basins and Other Closed Production Units
• 18.1 Introduction
• 18.2 Types of closed production unit
• 18.3 How much water should be supplied?
• 18.4 Water exchange rate
• 18.5 Ideal or non‐ideal mixing and water exchange
• 18.6 Tank design
• 18.7 Flow pattern and self‐cleaning
• 18.8 Water inlet design
• 18.9 Water outlet or drain
• 18.10 Dual drain
• 18.11 Other installations
• References
• 19 Ponds
• 19.1 Introduction
• 19.2 The ecosystem
• 19.3 Different production ponds
• 19.4 Pond types
• 19.5 Size and construction
• 19.6 Site selection
• 19.7 Water supply
• 19.8 The inlet
• 19.9 The outlet: drainage
• 19.10 Pond layout
• References
• 20 Sea Cages
• 20.1 Introduction
• 20.2 Site selection
• 20.3 Environmental factors affecting a floating construction
• 20.4 Construction of sea cages
• 20.5 Mooring systems
• 20.6 Calculation of forces on a sea cage farm
• 20.7 Calculation of the size of the mooring system
• 20.8 Control of mooring systems
• References
• 21 Feeding Systems
• 21.1 Introduction
• 21.2 Types of feeding equipment
• 21.3 Feed control
• 21.4 Feed control systems
• 21.5 Dynamic feeding systems
• References
• 22 Internal Transport and Size Grading
• 22.1 Introduction
• 22.2 The importance of fish handling
• 22.3 Negative effects of handling the fish
• 22.4 Methods and equipment for internal transport
• 22.5 Methods and equipment for size grading of fish
• References
• 23 Transport of Live Fish
• 23.1 Introduction
• 23.2 Preparation for transport
• 23.3 Land transport
• 23.4 Sea transport
• 23.5 Air transport
• 23.6 Other transport methods
• 23.7 Cleaning and re‐use of water
• 23.8 Use of additives
• References
• 24 Instrumentation and Monitoring
• 24.1 Introduction
• 24.2 Construction of measuring instruments
• 24.3 Instruments for measuring water quality
• 24.4 Instruments for measuring physical conditions
• 24.5 Equipment for counting fish, measuring fish size and estimation of total biomass
• 24.6 Monitoring systems
• 24.7 Remotely operated vehicle (ROV) technology
• References
• 25 Buildings and Superstructures
• 25.1 Why use buildings?
• 25.2 Types, shape and roof design
• 25.3 Load‐carrying systems
• 25.4 Materials
• 25.5 Prefabricate or build on site?
• 25.6 Insulated or not?
• 25.7 Foundations and ground conditions
• 25.8 Design of major parts
• 25.9 Ventilation and climate control
• References
• 26 Design and Construction of Aquaculture Facilities: Some Examples
• 26.1 Introduction
• 26.2 Land‐based hatchery, juvenile and on‐growing production plant utilizing flow‐through technology
• 26.3 Land‐based juvenile and on‐growing production plant utilizing RAS technology
• 26.4 On‐growing production, sea cage farms
• References
• 27 Planning Aquaculture Facilities
• 27.1 Introduction
• 27.2 The planning process
• 27.3 Site selection
• 27.4 Production plan
• 27.5 Room programme
• 27.6 Necessary analyses
• 27.7 Drawing up alternative solutions
• 27.8 Evaluation of and choosing between the alternative solutions
• 27.9 Finishing plans, detailed planning
• 27.10 Function test of the plant
• 27.11 Project review
• References
• Index
• End User License Agreement