Thermal stratification, overturning and mixing in riverine environments (Old ID 21650)

Australian Research Council
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