Collection 

Hydraulic engineering

Submission status
Open
Submission deadline

Hydraulic engineering focuses on how water interacts with natural environment (rivers, lakes and ocean) and critical infrastructures such as dams, reservoirs, bridges and piping systems. This field involves the utilization of water for various purposes, such as water supply, irrigation and power generation.

In this cross-journal Collection, we explore the hydraulic problems faced in both fundamental and applied research, with direct relevance for the optimal planning, design and operation of water resource systems. Our collection features articles that cover, for example, hydraulic structures, erosion protection, flood protection, hydroelectric-power generation, and more.

We welcome submissions of original research that contribute to advancing our understanding and/or proposing solutions to meet the challenges inherent in hydraulic engineering across all its facets. All participating journals except Scientific Reports also welcome Reviews, Perspectives, and Comments.

This Collection supports and amplifies research directly related to:
SDG 6 - Clean water and sanitation
SDG 7 - Affordable and clean energy
SDG 9 - Industry, innovation and infrastructure
SDG 12 - Responsible consumption and production

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The view from a drone of water overflowing from a loch at a dam that is part of a hydro electricity generating scheme in south west Scotland.

This Collection is open for submissions from all authors – and not by invitation only – on the condition that the manuscripts fall within the scope of the Collection and the participating journals more generally.

All manuscripts will be considered for publication according to the editorial policies of the specific participating journal which they are submitted through. Visit Nature portfolio’s Collections guidelines for more details.

When submitting your manuscript to a participating journal via our online submission system, please choose the appropriate Collection title from the drop-down menu on the submission form. Please be sure to express your interest in the Collection in your cover letter. Please only submit to one journal, but note authors have the option to transfer to another participating journal following the editors’ recommendation.

This Collection has not been supported by sponsorship.