Deltares develops state-of-the-art numerical models for clients around the world. The department of river dynamics works on improving the methods used for the set-up, calibration and validation of river models. This Msc. graduation topic focuses on investigating the use of measurements to improve the hydrodynamic calibration.
Traditionally, hydrodynamic calibration of river models is based on water level and discharge measurements at specific, fixed locations. Recently however, other data sources have become available that can potentially be used for calibration. Examples are video images, radar, aerial photography and satellite images. This project combines the investigation of novel measurement techniques with application of these measurements in the calibration of hydrodynamic river models. Steps include:
- Collecting available datasets that could be used in calibration
- Investigating the suitability of data for calibration
- Designing calibration methods in order to incorporate new data
- Model calibration and validation
References
- Van der Deijl, E. (2023). Validatie hoogwater Maas juli 2021. Deltares report11208053-002-ZWS-0006
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