Author(s)

M. Hartnett, S. Nash & R. Leslie

Abstract

The conventional method used for solute transport modelling involves the application of the two-dimensional, finite difference model, DIVAST (Depth Integrated Velocity and Solute Transport) to a waterbody. The length of time required to run the model is directly proportional to the size of the study area, therefore, for large study areas the process is extremely time-consuming. Since the majority of the run-time is spent computing the hydrodynamics it would obviously be beneficial if the solute transport module could be executed separately. This paper details the application of both the conventional DIVAST model and an independent solute transport model, which is driven by residual currents, to a waterbody, namely Killybegs Harbour, Cou

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