Criteria for selection of spatial dimension in the application of one- and two-dimensional water quality models

1997 ◽  
Vol 43 (3-6) ◽  
pp. 387-393 ◽  
Author(s):  
D.P. Hamilton ◽  
G.C. Hocking ◽  
J.C. Patterson
2011 ◽  
Vol 63 (1) ◽  
pp. 171-177
Author(s):  
G. T. Parker

As water quality models and their implementation have become increasingly diverse, complex and proprietary, a need for more thorough understanding of the differences between each alternative arises. The work presented here proposes a novel visualization paradigm for water quality applications which can be used to understand difference between implementations of identical and different conceptual models. A proof-of-concept visualization tool was developed and tested again three scenarios for four different conceptual models of biochemical kinetics. Results show representative figures illustrating how the approach can communicate differences in model complexity and dynamic behaviour. The proposed tool should help ensure more suitable application of water quality models in varied contexts. A discussion of quantifying model complexity in a single metric is also presented, and recommendations are made on the selection of various representational forms for communicating and exploring specific model characteristics.


2013 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 109-119 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. Chinyama ◽  
G. M. Ochieng ◽  
I. Nhapi ◽  
F. A. O. Otieno

1996 ◽  
Vol 34 (12) ◽  
pp. 109-117 ◽  
Author(s):  
Olli Varis

Much of the practical use of water quality models is related to Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA). There is a boom of released EIA guidelines from various institutions, typically with little reference to specific methodologies. This paper presents a discussion on the applicability of various water quality modelling approaches for use in different phases of an EIA protocol. The criteria used include the project cycle process, decision types, scales of impact and paradigms and cognitive styles of problem solving. Illustration is given with a selection of approaches used in a range of natural, socio-economic and institutional settings.


2016 ◽  
Vol 15 (0) ◽  
pp. 9781780408323-9781780408323
Author(s):  
D. L. Clark ◽  
G. Hunt ◽  
M. S. Kasch ◽  
P. J. Lemonds

1987 ◽  
Vol 19 (7) ◽  
pp. 1197-1202 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. Van Der Beken

Water ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 88
Author(s):  
Xiamei Man ◽  
Chengwang Lei ◽  
Cayelan C. Carey ◽  
John C. Little

Many researchers use one-dimensional (1-D) and three-dimensional (3-D) coupled hydrodynamic and water-quality models to simulate water quality dynamics, but direct comparison of their relative performance is rare. Such comparisons may quantify their relative advantages, which can inform best practices. In this study, we compare two 1-year simulations in a shallow, eutrophic, managed reservoir using a community-developed 1-D model and a 3-D model coupled with the same water-quality model library based on multiple evaluation criteria. In addition, a verified bubble plume model is coupled with the 1-D and 3-D models to simulate the water temperature in four epilimnion mixing periods to further quantify the relative performance of the 1-D and 3-D models. Based on the present investigation, adopting a 1-D water-quality model to calibrate a 3-D model is time-efficient and can produce reasonable results; 3-D models are recommended for simulating thermal stratification and management interventions, whereas 1-D models may be more appropriate for simpler model setups, especially if field data needed for 3-D modeling are lacking.


2012 ◽  
Vol 55 (4) ◽  
pp. 1241-1247 ◽  
Author(s):  
D. N. Moriasi ◽  
B. N. Wilson ◽  
K. R. Douglas-Mankin ◽  
J. G. Arnold ◽  
P. H. Gowda

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