Title: Matter-element model of integrated risk assessment for flood control systems

Authors: Li Jiqing, Ji Changming, Zhang Yushan, Wang Liping

Addresses: North China Electric Power University, Beijing 102206, China. ' North China Electric Power University, Beijing 102206, China. ' Office for South-to-North Water Transfer, Commission of the State Council, Beijing 10053, China. ' North China Electric Power University, Beijing 102206, China

Abstract: The matter-element model of integrated risk assessment for flood control systems is established with matter-element analysis theory and correlative function of extension set, on the basis of classification of flood situations and risk indexes of typical flood control works. By this model, quantitative indexes of integrated risk assessment can be derived for flood control systems on a basin or regional scale. A case study proves its practicality, rationality and effectiveness.

Keywords: risk assessment; integrated risk; flood control systems; matter-element model.

DOI: 10.1504/IJRAM.2008.019011

International Journal of Risk Assessment and Management, 2008 Vol.8 No.4, pp.342 - 352

Published online: 27 Jun 2008 *

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