One-Dimensional Velocity Distribution in Open Channels Using Tsallis Entropy
Publication: Journal of Hydrologic Engineering
Volume 19, Issue 2
Abstract
Assuming time-averaged velocity as a random variable, a one-dimensional velocity distribution for wide open channels was derived by maximizing the Tsallis entropy, subject to mass conservation. The derived distribution was tested by using field and experimental data and was also compared with other well-known velocity distributions. The Tsallis entropy-based velocity distribution was found to predict the velocity near the bed well.
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Journal of Hydrologic Engineering
Volume 19 • Issue 2 • February 2014
Pages: 290 - 298
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Received: Aug 8, 2011
Accepted: Jan 24, 2013
Published online: Jan 26, 2013
Discussion open until: Jun 26, 2013
Published in print: Feb 1, 2014
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