NumSiLaSu

Numerical investigation of long-period ship wave deformation and their morphological impact

Ship-induced waves generated by large displacement vessels are an increasingly relevant design load in many waterways worldwide. These waves can have an adverse impact on the structural design of waterways, the natural environment and can modify the morphodynamical activity.  The project NumSiLaSu takes the morphodynamic impact of ship waves on the waterway into focus, using the numerical methods developed in the previous project NumSiSSI, further investigating the sediment transport potential under ship waves. In addition, the long-period waves underly complex transformation processes while propagating from the ship towards the waterway embankments. Understanding these various transformation processes is vital for the accurate prognosis of damage mechanisms on the natural and built environment, and will therefore be investigated in detail within the project NumSiLaSu. The project is realized in close collaboration with the Federal Waterways Engineering and Research Institute (BAW), providing the possibility to continuously synchronize the numerical advancements with existing experimental and field data.