Prediction of Alternate Bar Wavelength and Height
Publication: Journal of Hydraulic Engineering
Volume 110, Issue 4
Abstract
Several formulas are theoretically and empirically proposed for the alternate bar wavelength. These formulas are tested with laboratory data presented herein and those reported by other workers. It is found that one formula derived in terms of bar stability analysis is invalid for an alternative empirical formula which is valid for is proposed. A new formula on the bar height is also obtained empirically on the basis of laboratory data. These formulas are applied to an actual river, and are shown to be reasonable in predicting the bar wavelength and bar height. The possible errors of prediction are estimated to be within about and for both formulas.
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Journal of Hydraulic Engineering
Volume 110 • Issue 4 • April 1984
Pages: 371 - 386
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