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Numerical modeling of the interaction between waves and coastal structures is a challenge due to the many nonlinearphenomena involved, such as wave propagation, wave transformation with water depth, interaction between incident andreflected waves, runup/rundown and wave overtopping. For simulating such complex free-surface flows, numerical modelsbased on Lagrangian formulation, such as Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH), are on option. Even though validationof these numerical models is essential, comparing numerical results with experimental data is not an easy task. In thepresent paper, an SPH numerical model is validated comparing numerical results of waves interacting with a compositebreakwater with data obtained from physical model tests carried out in one of the LNEC

Groins are cross shore structures built to promote shoreline stabilization. However, the specific impact of these structures on the wave conditions and velocity field nearshore (and hence, on sediment transport) is still poorly understood. Therefore, this study wishes to extend this knowledge using a numerical model, COULWAVE, previously validated with field data. For that, a typical bar-trough profile is considered and different groin lengths and orientations are tested, under the influence of different significant incident-wave heights and sea-surface levels.The hydrodynamics factors are found to have a greater impact on the nearshore wave conditions than the groin geometry. The variation of significant incident-wave height imparts the greater changes in wave height nearshore, where the groin would be located. The typical tidal range is also important, since a 2 m change in sea surface level can cause great depth changes over bathymetric features and thus influence wave propagation. Although less important, the geometry of the groin should also be considered. The greater the length, the greater the sheltering effect expected, extending further to the lee-side of the groin. The impact will also reach a broader region. With a smaller impact verified, the best orientation of the groin is hard to unravel.

The study of ways of converting ocean wave energy into a useful one and the improvement of theexisting equipment are complex engineering problems and very important issues in today

The length of the Portuguese coast, the severity of the sea conditions and the concentration of population and economic activities on its coastal zone justify the importance of studying wave-induced risks and, in particular, flooding due to wave action. Indeed, emergency situations caused by adverse sea conditions are frequent and put in danger the safety of people and goods, with negative impacts for society, economy and natural heritage. So, assessing the risk of flooding of coastal and port areas is essential for the proper planning and management of these areas. In this framework, a methodology for the flood risk assessment in coastal and port areas is under development. The methodology is embedded into the HIDRALERTA system, a novel integrated system for port and coastal management, designed to prevent emergency situations, to support their management and to forecast incidental long-term interventions. The present paper describes the methodology, the HIDRALERTA system and a case study, the São João da Caparica beach, on the Lisbon

Para reducir la agitación en el interior del puerto de Vila do Porto, Azores, se ha proyectado una modificación del muelle interior de atraque de los ferries, con el objetivo de aminorar la reflexión y disminuir el rebase, sin que con eso se reduzca demasiado el área útil de la dársena portuaria. La solución propuesta es una plataforma de forma triangular en planta apoyada en pilares rectangulares, bajo la cual se ha colocado un talud de escollera para disminuir la reflexión. Se presentan los resultados de ensayos en modelo físico 3D y los obtenidos con dos modelos numéricos RANS en lo que se refiere a presiones en la plataforma y reducción de la reflexión (el modelo IH-2VOF y el FLUENT).

Submarine outfalls need to be evaluated as part of an integrated environmental protection system forcoastal areas. Although outfalls are tight with the diversity of economic activities along a denselypopulated coastline being effluent treatment and effluent reuse a sign of economic prosperity, precautionsmust be taken in the construction of these structures. They must be designed so as to have the leastpossible impact on the environment and at the same time be economically viable. This paper outlines theinitial phases of a risk assessment procedure for submarine outfall projects. This approach includesa cost-benefit analysis in which risks are systematically minimized or eliminated. The methods used inthis study also allow for randomness and uncertainty. The input for the analysis is a wide range ofinformation and data concerning the failure probability of outfalls and the consequences of an operationalstoppage or failure.As part of this risk assessment, target design levels of reliability, functionality, and operationality weredefined for the outfalls. These levels were based on an inventory of risks associated with suchconstruction projects, and thus afforded the possibility of identifying possible failure modes. Thisassessment procedure was then applied to four case studies in Portugal. The results obtained were thevalues concerning the useful life of the outfalls at the four sites and their joint probability of failureagainst the principal failure modes assigned to ultimate and serviceability limit states. Also defined werethe minimum operationality of these outfalls, the average number of admissible technical breakdowns,and the maximum allowed duration of a stoppage mode. It was found that these values were inconsonance with the nature of the effluent (tourist-related, industrial, or mixed) as well as its importancefor the local economy. Even more important, this risk assessment procedure was able to measure theimpact of the outfalls on human health and the environment.

Neste artigo descreve-se a ferramenta numérica SWAMS que se baseia nos modelosnuméricos DREAMS, BOUSS-WMH e MOORNAV para caracterizar a resposta dum navioamarrado no interior dum porto sujeito à acção da agitação marítima. Os dois primeirosmodelos simulam a propagação de ondas lineares e não lineares em zonas abrigadas deprofundidade variável, tendo em conta os fenómenos da refracção, difracção, reflexãoparcial, dissipação de energia devida ao atrito de fundo e rebentação das ondas. Enquantoo modelo DREAMS é um modelo linear baseado na equação de declive suave, o modelonão linear BOUSS-WMH é baseado nas equações de Boussinesq. O comportamento donavio amarrado é simulado com o pacote numérico MOORNAV que engloba um modelonumérico para resolver, no domínio da frequência, os problemas de radiação e de difraçãoda interacção de corpos flutuantes com ondas e um modelo que converte os resultadosdaqueles problemas do domínio do tempo para o domínio da frequência e que monta eresolve as equações do movimento do navio amarrado, BAS.Apresentam-se asmodificações introduzidas no modelo WAMIT para calcular as forças de difracção com basenas relações apresentadas em Haskind. Tais relações, porque utilizam o potencial develocidades obtido com o modelo DREAMS ou com o modelo BOUSS-WMH, permitemlevar em conta a refracção, difracção ou reflexão que podem ocorrer na propagação dasondas para o interior de uma bacia abrigada. Para além da descrição dos modelosnuméricos na ferramenta SWAMS, apresenta-se a forma como os resultados sãotransferidos entre eles bem como aplicações da mesma para ilustrar as suas capacidades.

The current study proposes prediction formulas both for random wave runup and mean overtopping discharge at seawalls constructedon land or in very shallow water. Although several existing formulas for runup and overtopping use the incident wave characteristicsat the toes of seawalls, this study adopts the equivalent deepwater wave characteristics and an imaginary seawall slope for easy application of theformulas, especially in relation to seawalls constructed on land. The prediction formulas for overtopping use the predicted runup values. For thewave runup prediction formulas two sets of experimental data are used; i.e., a new set of data and the data obtained in a previous study. For thewave overtopping prediction formulas, the experimental data measured in a previous study are used. Comparisons with measurements showgood performances of both new prediction methods.

This paper presents the new boundary condition implemented in the LNEC SPH numerical model based on theSPHysics model and on a standard Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamic formulation: the piston-type wave maker includesnow dynamic wave absorption and allows simulating a semi-infinite flume. Verification of the active wave makerabsorption is carried out through the simulation of the interaction between a regular incident wave and an impermeablevertical breakwater. Results show that the active wave-maker allows outgoing waves to be absorbed and reflection at thewave-maker to be avoided

Este artigo aborda a análise comparativa entre as medições de agitação marítima efectuadas na Praia da Cornélia (Costa da Caparica, Portugal), durante os dias 12 a 14 de Maio de 2010, e os resultados numéricos da aplicação do modelo não-linear do tipo Boussinesq, COULWAVE. Esta análise tem como principal objectivo a avaliação do desempenho deste modelo numérico na simulação da propagação de ondas em condições reais, pretendendo evidenciar, deste modo, as suas potencialidades e limitações.As condições de fronteira do modelo foram geradas com base em séries temporais de elevação medidas a uma profundidade aproximada de 7.6 m (relativa ao zero hidrográfico

Nesta comunicação, descrevem-se os mais recentes desenvolvimentos no LNEC em termos de instalações experimentais, técnicas de construção, equipamentos e metodologias utilizadas nos ensaios em modelo físico, com a apresentação de casos de estudos realizados para as zonas portuárias de Peniche Ponta Delgada, Leixões

Within the BlueSafePort project, an early warning system (EWS) for moored ships in the port of Sines as developed. In order to improve the reliability and accuracy of the system, two neural networks (NN) were trained,using wave buoys measured datasets. Numerical models results for the wave propagation are djusted and forecasts are improved.The trained neural networks were able to produce more accurate stimates for the significant wave height and mean wave period, at the buoy location, deployed in front of the ines Port. The use of the new NN led to an overall reduction of the root mean square error of around 80% compared with SWAN numerical model simulations, thus reducing potential errors in subsequential alculations and alert levels issued by the system for the moored ships.

Within the LIFE Garachico project, an HIDRALERTA EWS is being extended to include methodologies for creating an effective flexible adaptation strategic framework for coastal area of Praia da Vitória. This strategic framework is based on the definition of acceptable risk levels and specific interventions at the local level, allowing to increase the resilience of coastal urban areas against extreme coastal events (both present and future) consequences of climate change.

Esta comunicação descreve os ensaios de pressões efetuados para a caraterização das pressões máximas exercidas nos pilares de secção circular da ponte que liga o porto de Dakhla à costa bem como dos perfis verticais de pressões associadas.

Nesta comunicação são descritos os desenvolvimentos iniciais dos sub-casos do projeto C2IMPRESS referentes aos portos de Aveiro e da Figueira da Foz. A fase inicial envolveu a estimativa preliminar do galgamento induzido pelas ondas em alguns perfis das estruturas dos dois portos, assim como um primeiro inquérito sobre risco aos utilizadores desses dois portos.

Esta comunicação descreve os estudos em modelo reduzido tridimensional de estabilidade hidráulica e de galgamentos para o prolongamento do molhe leste correspondente à 3ª Fase de Expansão do Terminal XXI, do Porto de Sines.

Neste trabalho apresenta-se uma metodologia para determinar as condições de segurança e acessibilidade de navios ao longo do trajeto de acesso ao porto, ilustrando-se a sua aplicação nos casos de estudo dos portos de Sines. este trabalho insere-se no âmbito do desenvolvimento de novos sistemas de previsão e alerta para a navegação nos portos de Sines e Aveiro.

O litoral português apresenta um valor natural, económico e cultural único e de importância amplamente reconhecida. O dinamismo costeiro pode levar à ocorrência de galgamentos de estruturas de proteção costeira em situações de temporal, que podem causar inúmeros danos, podendo mesmo resultar na perda de vidas humanas ou na destruição de estruturas próximas da linha de costa. Deste modo, a gestão das zonas costeiras próximas de aglomerados populacionais deve considerar a implementação de medidas sustentáveis que mitiguem os fenómenos que afetam o litoral de forma mais gravosa, de que são exemplo a implementação de estruturas de proteção costeira.

No âmbito do projeto BlueSafePort está a ser desenvolvido um sistema para prever e alertar situações de emergência causadas pela agitação marítima, relacionadas com a navegação em portos, bem como constrangimentos operacionais. A paralisação dos terminais portuários leva a grandes perdas económicas e afeta em grande parte a competitividade geral do porto. Assim, o objetivo deste sistema é reduzir a vulnerabilidade do porto aumentando a sua capacidade de planeamento e resposta e

Physical modelling is one of the tools to help characterize wave runup and overtopping in maritime structures. Usually, the determination of wave runup is made by using resistive wave gauges along the breakwater slope while the evaluation of overtopping volumes (individual or total) is made by weighing the water overtopped with a scale that is collected in a reservoir installed on this scale.Nowadays, non-intrusive methodologies for the assessment of those parameters are being used, due to their simplicity and low cost. Video cameras, constitute a good alternative to old methods; however, their performance depends essentially on the post-processing methodologies used.The present paper presents the application of the Timestack methodology done so far, in the evaluation of: wave runup in 2D and 3D physical tests. The video-derived statistical parameters of wave runup (Rumax, Rumin, Rumed e Ru2%) are compared with the corresponded ones obtained with resistive wave gauges. The total water volume and the average overtopping flow rate from video data is compared with the one collected by a reservoir. Those cases will illustrate the advantages and drawbacks associated with Timestack methodology.

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