Tidal intrusion within a mega delta: An unstructured grid modelling approach
| Authors | Bricheno, L.M.; Wolf, J.; Islam, S. |
|---|---|
| Year of Publication | 2016 |
| Type of Publication | Journal Article |
| Journal | Estuarine Coastal And Shelf Science |
| Volume | 182 |
| Issue | 7 |
| Pagination | 12-26 |
| Open Access | Yes |
Abstract
The finite volume community ocean model (FVCOM) has been applied to the Ganges-Brahmaputra-Meghna (GBM) delta in the northern part of the Bay of Bengal in order to simulate tidal hydrodynamics and freshwater flow in a complex river system. The delta region is data-poor in observations of both bathymetry and water level; making it a challenge for accurate hydrodynamic models be configured for and validated in this area. This is the first 3D baroclinic model covering the whole GBM delta from deep water beyond the shelf break to 250 km inland, the limit of tidal penetration.
