Hormozgan province is located south of Iran, on the shore of Persian Gulf and Makran Sea. The shores of Persian Gulf have been a part of Hormozgan province since ancient times. Historical remains and archaeological findings of the province date back to 10000 year B.C.. Moreover, historical and geographical writings from 5th century B.C. also mention the shores of Persian Gulf. One of the o...

Background and Objectives:  In recent years, due to the strategic importance of Makran coastal zone and new economic approaches for this region, eastern coasts have been identified as development points in the country’s geography and Jask port is turned to be one the most suitable points for economic and commercial activities in this region. In the present paper, the strengths, weaknesses, thre...

Due to coastal areaschr(chr('39')39chr('39')) dynamic nature, sediment transport frequently changes the shape and morphology of coastal profiles. During the time, coastal areas adjust their sedimentation regimes to such changes. Although constructing structures such as breakwaters and jetties in coastal areas results in disorder in their natural sedimentation regime. To restore the natural regi...