Masters Theses

Abstract

"Computer simulation of overland flow requires a mathematical model which converges to a true solution. This paper presents a method, based on measurable physical parameters, which insures convergence of a fixed grid explicit numerical solution. Analysis of a wide range of overland flow plane parameters has resulted in an equation of the form Δt = 0. 2 ΔX/So, for the time step increment. This equation provides values for Δt that will insure stability and convergence of the fixed grid explicit numerical method of solving the spatially varied unsteady flow equations. The effect of subarea shape on the rising limb of the overland flow hydrograph is presented for three different configurations. The relative influence of boundary conditions and equation simplifications is discussed. This paper presents an explicit, computer solved, mathematical model that is capable of reproducing the overland flow hydrograph"--Abstract, page ii.

Advisor(s)

Harbaugh, Terence E., 1935-1973

Committee Member(s)

Gerig, Frank A.
Wixson, Bobby G.
Senne, Joseph H.
Augenbaugh, N. B.

Department(s)

Electrical and Computer Engineering

Degree Name

M.S. in Electrical Engineering

Publisher

University of Missouri--Rolla

Publication Date

1970

Pagination

v, 54 pages

Note about bibliography

Includes bibliographical references (page 74).

Rights

© 1970 Glendon Taylor Stevens, All rights reserved.

Document Type

Thesis - Open Access

File Type

text

Language

English

Subject Headings

Runoff -- Computer simulationHydrography -- Mathematical modelsWatershed hydrology

Thesis Number

T 2406

Print OCLC #

6023314

Electronic OCLC #

852794138

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