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Discussion

The innovative dredging technology task consists of identifying and

cataloging innovative dredging operations, processes, or equipment devel-

oped by dredging and dredging-related industries worldwide. "Innovative

dredging technology" is defined as improved dredging equipment, meth-

ods, or operations that do not require research and development. These

are "off-the-shelf" products. Candidate technologies with the greatest po-

tential will be demonstrated in the field with DOER providing scientific

and engineering expertise for monitoring and evaluation of the demonstra-

tion. Candidate technologies will be reviewed based on various criteria.

These criteria will include need, positive cost/benefit relationship, high

probability of implementation, and availability of a demonstration cospon-

sor. Candidate technologies must demonstrate a high potential for increas-

ing the efficiency or productivity of dredging operations to be considered

for demonstration.

DOER will provide the engineering and scientific expertise to evaluate

the demonstration and perform technology transfer. The sponsoring part-

ner, usually a District or Division Office, may provide in-kind services

such as equipment rental, mobilization and demobilization of equipment,

and other supporting activities. This will allow limited focus area funds

to be used strictly for technology evaluation.

This report includes information gathered from various sources in sev-

eral countries. It is intended to serve as a comprehensive and convenient

reference on the various innovative dredging technologies currently avail-

able around the world.

Chapter 2

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