TRIDIMENSIONAL NUMERICAL MODEL FOR TIDAL AND WIND GENERATED FLOW
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Keywords

3D model
numerical model
tidal model
wind driven flow

How to Cite

Burg, M., Marluzel, A., & Coeffe, Y. (1982). TRIDIMENSIONAL NUMERICAL MODEL FOR TIDAL AND WIND GENERATED FLOW. Coastal Engineering Proceedings, 1(18), 41. https://doi.org/10.9753/icce.v18.41

Abstract

This report presents a three-dimensional numerical model, which calculates by a finite-difference method the vertical profile of horizontal velocities. The unsteady three-dimensional Navier-Stok.es equations with a free surface are governing this flow. We assume a hydrostatic pressure, and simulate the turbulent effects by the Prandtl's mixing-length hypothesis. The model is validated by experiments carried out in a laboratory flume with a prismatic channel inclined 45° over the flow. Then, the model is applied successfully in Gironde estuary and coastal areas in France for the computation of tidal and wind generated currents.
https://doi.org/10.9753/icce.v18.41
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