This class focuses on the theoretical framework and applications of phase-resolving numerical models such as commonly encountered in Boussinesq-type or non-hydrostatic models.
The course will cover the mathematical derivation of a popular set of Boussinesq-type equations, highlight the assumptions the equations are based on, and explain advantages and limitations of the approach.
We will further introduce the components necessary for a functional Boussinesq-type model such as boundary conditions, wavemaker, as well as data output, and finally go over typical benchmarking problems.
The TD sessions will mainly be devoted to the use of an in-house Boussinesq-type model with applications to practical problems such as nearshore wave transformation, runup/overtopping, and wave-driven current patterns.
Prerequisites: Fundamental understanding of fluid mechanics, knowledge of ODEs and PDEs, programming skills in Python and/or Matlab, and experience with data analysis methods.
- Enseignant: Stéphane Abadie
- Enseignant: Volker Röber