The Prediction and Analysis of Complex Morphology in Coastal Environments [ 2002-01-01 - 2005-06-30 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr David Walker (Chief Investigator)

Brief description The Prediction and Analysis of Complex Morphology in Coastal Environments. Coastal features, incorporating river, tide and wave induced flows and associated sediment transport, represent highly complex systems. At present it is impossible to analyse anything but the simplest forms, yet it is often necessary to determine their overall properties and behaviour in engineering analysis and design. The aim of the project is to develop and verify a modelling approach using the concept of entropy and an efficient optimisation algorithm to allow key properties of complex coastal systems to be determined. The proposal represents an innovative approach to the coastal modelling problem that would overcome significant limitations of current morphological models.

Funding Amount $67,635

Funding Scheme Linkage Projects

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