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Within the BlueSafePort project an Early Warning System (EWS) is being developed for forecasting and alerting emergency situations related to ship navigation in ports, as well as operational constraints. Port terminals downtime leads to large economic losses and largely affects the port

Early Warning Systems are crucial disaster-risk-reduction strategies as they allow local authorities to prepare and implement in advance the necessary measures to avoid major destruction and risk for individuals and properties caused by storm events. HIDRALERTA is a forecast, early warning and risk assessment system for port and coastal areas that usesforecasts of sea-waves and water levels to evaluate overtopping/flooding events and risks associated with mooring of ships.

This paper aims to evaluate the impact of ships on fenders during the berthing process. Physical tests and numerical simulations with MOORNAV tool were performed with versions of the GulfStream ship in still water and under a set of different conditions. A comparative analysis was made between outputs of the two models considering specific conditions. The MOORNAV application resulted in a standard deviation from the physical model of 3% to 6% in relation to the maximum force exerted on each fender.

This paper describes a numerical evaluation of optimal sizes of a Wells turbine and chamber cross section to be used in a cluster of an oscillating water column (OWC) wave energy converter device. The FLUENT numerical model, based on the Reynolds

This paper describes a numerical evaluation of optimal sizes of a Wells turbine and chamber cross section to be used in a cluster of an oscillating water column (OWC) wave energy converter device. The FLUENT numerical model, based on the Reynolds

A numerical model of a dual-chamber Oscillating Water Columns (OWC)Wave Energy Converter (WEC) is built through the DualSPHysics software. Thiscode is based on the Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH) model, a Lagrangianmeshless method where particles represent the flow, interact with structures, andexhibit large deformation with moving boundaries. A one phase approach

Neste trabalho, descreve-se a aplicação do programa OSOM+ às obras marítimas do Porto de Sines, em especial ao quebra-mar oeste. Assim, serão apresentados resultados de comparação entre as situações observadas em 2018 e 2020 no âmbito de inspeções visuais e com drone, mediante apreciação e análise de fotografias georreferenciadas, ortomosaicos, nuvens de pontos, modelos numéricos de superfície e perfis selecionados. É também ilustrada a forma como a aplicação e base de dados ANOSOM-WEB pode ser empregue quer durante as campanhas de observação, quer em gabinete. Conclui-se este trabalho com a apresentação das vantagens da recente atualização da metodologia e do que se julga ser a sua importância na tomada de decisões sobre a necessidade ou não de realizar obras de manutenção e/ou reparação nestas estruturas, ou similares

The National Laboratory of Civil Engineering (Portugal) is undertaking a characterization and feasibility study of a multifunctional submerged detached breakwater (SDB) in front of Praia da Vagueira, in the central West coast of Portugal, for the Portuguese Environment Agency, I.P. (APA). It is intended that the SDB is multifunctional, contributing to create conditions to promote surfing waves, boosting the economy associated with this activity in the area. A physical and numerical modeling study was developed to investigate the influence of a SDB (considering the SDB parallel to the coastline, SDB 0º, and the SDB with a 45º angle to the coastline, SDB 45º) in the surfing conditions on the study area. The results show that: without structure, a spilling wave breaker occurs near the coastline, with peel angles adequate for beginners; for the SDB 0º a plunging wave breaks along the structure, with small peel angles, not adequate for surfing; and for the SDB 45º a plunging wave breaks over and past the structure, with peel angles between 40º-50º, promoting surfing conditions for intermediate and professional surfers.

A previsão de galgamentos e inundações em zonas costeiras baseadas em metodologias numéricas, é fundamental para a garantia da segurança de pessoas e bens e para a gestão integrada da zona costeira.

Neste trabalho apresenta-se o projeto BSafe4Sea - Controlo da Segurança de Quebra-mares através da Análise de um Sistema de Previsão e Apoio à Decisão, que tem como objetivos o desenvolvimento, a aplicação e o teste de metodologias de previsão do comportamento estrutural de quebra-mares de talude. Estas metodologias formarão a base de um sistema inovador de apoio à decisão para o planeamento e priorização de trabalhos de manutenção e reparação, aumentando, assim, a segurança, funcionalidade e resiliência destes quebra-mares. Apresentam-se as atividades do projeto

O objetivo do presente trabalho foi avaliar o desempenho da metodologia de análise de vídeo Timestack na estimativa do espraiamento e na identificação de eventos de galgamento em modelos físicos de quebra-mares de talude com manto resistente composto por cubos Antifer.No primeiro caso, foi avaliado o espraiamento num modelo físico tridimensional do quebra-mar de taludes, para condições de agitação com incidência frontal e oblíqua relativamente ao talude. No segundo caso, identificaram-se os eventos de galgamento considerando ensaios realizados num modelo físico bidimensional do quebra-mar de taludes. Todos os casos de teste realizados mostraram resultados muito satisfatórios, evidenciando a versatilidade da técnica.

Marginal protection structures or adherent longitudinal defenses, whose main function is to mitigate overtopping, are structures parallel to the coast. They are intended to serve as protection and shelter against flooding, due to overtopping, dissipating wave energy in their interaction with the structure, and in areas strongly affected by coastal erosion, minimizing the risk of damage to roads, walkways or buildings in the proximity.The evaluation of run-up and overtopping in marginal protection structures is determined according to the conditions of incident sea agitation and the characteristics of the structure, being fundamental for the design of new structures and in the verification of the safety of existing structures.

O SAFEPORT é um sistema de previsão e alerta de perigos associados a navegação dentro do Porto de Sines. Este documento apresenta uma aplicação deste sistema, mais especificamente, descreve a modelação numérica que permitiu simular o comportamento de três navios amarrados em três terminais do Porto de Sines, sob as condições de agitção marítima causadas pela tempestade Dora. Os alertas emitidos aos movimentos dos navios e às forças exercidas nos seus cabos de amarração permitiram concluir que o sistema SAFEPORT é capaz de prever e emitir alertas em situações potencialmente perigosas.

Damage progression in wave-exposed physical models of rubble-mound breakwaters can be assessed using two methods: traditional quantification of armor element movements or newer approaches involving non-intrusive surveys, utilizing photogrammetry, RGB sensors, Time of Flight depth sensors, and LiDAR laser scanning sensors to determine eroded volumes and depths between consecutive armor layer surveys. These techniques allow for the creation of three-dimensional surface models with varying accuracy, depending on survey conditions and post-processing methodologies. The performance, suitability, and usability of these techniques in assessing damage progression are comparatively evaluated. Furthermore, the advantages and disadvantages of each technique are identified, and a sensitivity analysis is presented for each one.

No âmbito do projeto das obras de expansão e requali

A avaliação da evolução dos danos causados pela agitação incidente em modelos físicos de quebra-mares de taludes pode ser efetuada através da quantificação de movimentos e quedas dos elementos do manto resistente (métodos tradicionais), ou pela determinação de volumes e profundidades erodidas entre levantamentos consecutivos dos respetivos taludes (métodos mais atuais). Para se efetuarem esses levantamentos dos taludes, podem aplicar-se técnicas fotogramétricas com sensores RGB, sensores de profundidade baseados na metodologia ToF (Time of Flight) e sensores de laser LiDAR (Light Detection And Ranging).No presente trabalho, aplicam-se essas técnicas ao modelo físico do quebra-mar do porto da Ericeira, que está presentemente a ser ensaiado no LNEC, e avalia-se, comparativamente, o respetivo desempenho, adequabilidade e usabilidade na determinação da evolução dos danos, identificando vantagens e desvantagens de cada uma destas técnicas.

A praia da Vagueira está localizada no Município de Vagos, distrito de Aveiro e é protegida por uma estrutura de defesa frontal aderente que foi requali

O projeto

A avaliação do dano causado pela agitação incidente em modelos físicos de quebra mares de taludes pode ser realizada comparando volumes e profundidades erodidas entre levantamentos consecutivos de cada talude. Atualmente, estes levantamentos podem ser realizados de forma não intrusiva, recorrendo a técnicas fotogramétricas, a laser scan ou a sensores de posição baseados na metolodologia Time of Flight (ToF). Dependendo das condições de levantamento e da metodologia de pós-processamento das nuvens de pontos obtidas, estas técnicas permitem obter modelos tridimensionais de superfície, com elevada precisão.

This paper presents the prototype of HIDRALERTA for the port of Aveiro, showing the potential of the system, both as a tool for forecasting and warning of emergency situations and as a tool for planning and managing the risk in climate change scenarios. The prototype for Aveiro harbour showcases a new feature of HIDRALERTA system, which is the early warning system for maneuvering ships along the entrance channel, following the work of the BlueSafePort project.

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A major objective of TRA LISBON 2022 Conference is to boost research and innovation capacity for the transport sector, throughout a full innovation cycle, from idea to market. Having this in view, the project

The demonstration area will be one of the main focus points of TRA LISBON 2022, presenting multifunctional spaces and being prepared to receive a large number of different types of on-site demonstrations (indoor and outdoor). On-line demonstrations will also be an option, allowing for the widest possible coverage of access for all the participants.The dedicated areas will allow for interactive demonstrations of technological innovations to be carried out by and for industry partners, researchers, and other stakeholders. Demonstrations are an excellent opportunity to introduce conference attendees in an engaging way, as well as to promote new contacts and promising business.

According to the CSA project plan, WP5.2 task objective is to organize technical tours that feature attractive and interactive showcases aiming at engaging participants into novel technologies for all transport modes and enabling stakeholders and their companies to disseminate and even sell their products and applications to all interested parties.

This report is part of HYDRALAB+ Work Package 10, which seeks to strengthen the coherence of experimental hydraulic and hydrodynamic research undertaken by the HYDRALAB+ partner organisations. It outlines the work carried out by Samui Design & Management Ltd, supported by HR Wallingford, in relation to the development of a data repository structure that can be adopted by participants of the HYDRALAB+ project.

Reliable prediction of wave run-up/overtopping and structure damage is a key task in the design and safety assessment of coastal and harbor structures. Run-up/overtopping and damage must be below acceptable limits, both in extreme and in normal operating conditions, to guarantee the stability of the structure and the safety of people and assets on and behind the structure. The mean-sea-level rise caused by climate change and its effects on wave climate may increase the number and intensity of run-up/overtopping events and make the existing coastal/harbor structures more vulnerable to damage.Accurate estimates, through physical modelling, of the statistics of overtopping waves for a set of climate change conditions, are needed. The research project HYDRALAB+ (H2020-INFRAIA-2014-2015) gathers an advanced network of environmental hydraulic institutes in Europe, which provides access to a suite of environmental hydraulic facilities. They play a vital role in the development of climate change adaptation strategies, by allowing the direct testing of adaptation measures and by providing data for numerical model calibration and validation. The use of physical (scale) models allows the simulation of extreme events as they are now, and as they are projected to be under different climate change scenarios.The enclosed dataset refers to the experimental work developed at LNEC within HYDRALAB+ and considers 2D damage and overtopping tests for a rock armor slope, with four different approaches to represent storms. Data of free surface elevation, overtopping and damage is presented.

The HYDRALAB+ project is aimed at strengthening the coherence of experimental hydraulic and hydrodynamic research undertaken across its partner organisations. This report is D10.2 of the HYDRALAB+ project, entitled

The HYDRALAB+ project is aimed at strengthening the coherence of experimental hydraulic and hydrodynamic research undertaken across its partner organisations. This report is D10.3 of the HYDRALAB+ project, entitled

This deliverable is related to task 8.2

Neste relatório inicial são apresentadas a arquitetura e as caraterísticas gerais dos protótipos do sistema de previsão, alerta e gestão de riscos causados pela agitação marítima para os portos de Madalena do Pico, São Roque do Pico e Praia da Vitória. Os três protótipos em desenvolvimento têm por base uma arquitetura semelhante, com características distintas, nomeadamente no que respeita à localização dos dados de base, às malhas computacionais utilizadas e às características físicas das fronteiras, tanto no plano horizontal (interface terra-mar), como no vertical (batimetria dos fundos). Caracteriza-se o layout geral dos portos, bem como a sua morfologia e operabilidade.

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