Research Article
Nov 1981
Physical Modelling of Rotterdamse Waterweg Estuary
Authors: Herman N. C. Breusers and Ad G. van OsAuthor Affiliations
Publication: Journal of the Hydraulics Division
Volume 107, Issue 11
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Hydraulic scale models are still the most powerful tools in studying estuarine problems (density flows and salinity intrusion). Weak points are, however, uncertainties in the scaling laws for vertical mixing of salt and momentum and in the boundary conditions. Experience with the Rotterdamse Waterweg model shows the importance of an automated model operation and control and the availability of adequate boundary conditions from nature. A very good reproduction of tidal propagation, flow field and density distribution was possible. The model has been useful in providing support for management decisions related to the development of the estuary.
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Journal of the Hydraulics Division
Volume 107 • Issue 11 • November 1981
Pages: 1351 - 1370
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© 1981 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Published online: Feb 3, 2021
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Herman N. C. Breusers
Coordinator of Basic Research, Delft Hydraulics Lab., Delft, The Netherlands
Ad G. van Os
Head, Density Currents and Transport Phenomena Branch, Delft Hydraulics Lab., Delft, The Netherlands
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