Validation and simulation of a regulated survey system through Monte Carlo techniques

Abstract

Channel flow covers long distances and obeys to variable temporal behaviour. It is usually regulated by hydraulic elements as lateralgates to provide a correct of water supply. The dynamics of this kind of flow is governed by a partial differential equations systemnamed shallow water model. They have to be complemented with a simplified formulation for the gates. All the set of equations forma non-linear system that can only be solved numerically. Here, an explicit upwind numerical scheme in finite volumes able to solveall type of flow regimes is used. Hydraulic structures (lateral gates) formulation introduces parameters with some uncertainty. Hence,these parameters will be calibrated with a Monte Carlo algorithm obtaining associated coefficients to each gate. Then, they will bechecked, using real cases provided by the monitorizing equipment of the Pina de Ebro channel located in Zaragoza.

Keywords

• Simulación Hidráulica
• Flujo en Superficie Libre
• Monte Carlo
• Calibración
• Ecuaciones de Aguas Poco Profundas