Thermal stratification, overturning and mixing in riverine environments (Old ID 21650)
Role
Principal Investigator
Description
Thermal stratification is common in Australia's rivers due to our hot, drought-prone climate and high human demands relative to available supply, which has led to a significant reduction in flows relative to natural levels. Thermal stratification inhibits mixing, creating stagnant conditions characterised by low oxygen levels and increased concentrations of contaminants, leading to algal blooms, fish kills and systemic damage to ecosystems. The aim of this project is to develop predictive models for the effects of physical processes such as night-time cooling, wind, turbulence and currents n riverine thermal stratification. This will enable a more accurate determination of the flow rates required to maintain the health of our river systems.
Date
16 Jan 2015 - 15 Jan 2018
Project Type
GRANT
Keywords
Turbulence;Natural Convection;Fluid Dynamics
Funding Body
Australian Research Council
Amount
39223
Project Team
N/A