Wind-induced flow and transport processes were investigated in Icó-Mandantes bay, a branch of the São Francisco river, Brazil. Aim of the study was to analyze the effects of the wind on the water body and on the interaction between the São Francisco river and the bay, for different scenarios and different wind conditions. It was found out that while the velocities in the bay remained relatively small (mm/s), they were significantly increased by the wind shear stress. Additionally, a tracer was injected at different locations in the area to simulate the spreading of a contaminant. An increase of tracer exchange between the river and the bay was observed.
Simulation of Wind-Induced Flow and Transport in a Brazilian Bay
Elena Matta;
2014-01-01
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Wind-induced flow and transport processes were investigated in Icó-Mandantes bay, a branch of the São Francisco river, Brazil. Aim of the study was to analyze the effects of the wind on the water body and on the interaction between the São Francisco river and the bay, for different scenarios and different wind conditions. It was found out that while the velocities in the bay remained relatively small (mm/s), they were significantly increased by the wind shear stress. Additionally, a tracer was injected at different locations in the area to simulate the spreading of a contaminant. An increase of tracer exchange between the river and the bay was observed.| File | Dimensione | Formato | |
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