Effects of Commercial Vessel Passage in Narrow Channels with and without Ice Cover
Publication: Journal of Cold Regions Engineering
Volume 8, Issue 2
Abstract
Two different models were used to simulate the influence of commercial vessels transiting narrow‐cross‐sectional channels in the presence and absence of ice. Models were developed by two contracted groups using hydraulic principles. These models were calibrated for local conditions using measurements of effects of vessel passage conducted during the ice‐on and open‐water navigation seasons. Results of model simulations compared well with verification data from vessel passages. Model simulations provided valuable information to assess potential impacts of navigation during ice‐on periods.
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Journal of Cold Regions Engineering
Volume 8 • Issue 2 • June 1994
Pages: 47 - 64
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Copyright © 1994 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Received: Nov 23, 1992
Published online: Jun 1, 1994
Published in print: Jun 1994
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