Advances in Hydroinformatics: SimHydro 2019 - Models for Extreme Situations and Crisis Management

This book presents a collection of extended papers based on presentations at the SimHydro 2019 conference, focusing on "Which models for extreme situations and crisis management?" It highlights the need for accurate understanding of extreme situations and the use of hydroinfomatics tools in crisis management, with a focus on new numerical schemes, high-performance computing, multiphysics and multiscale methods, and better integration of field-scale model data.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 1077 pages
Publication date: 27 July 2021
Publisher: Springer Verlag, Singapore

This book presents a comprehensive collection of extended papers based on presentations delivered at the SimHydro 2019 conference, held in Sophia Antipolis, France, in June 2019, with the support of the French Hydrotechnic Society (SHF). The conference theme centered on "Which models for extreme situations and crisis management?" The field of hydraulics and related disciplines is routinely applied in critical situations that demand precise understanding before implementing actions and determining appropriate mitigation measures. However, the currently used models may be partially irrelevant due to factors such as the emergence of new physical phenomena, the scope of processes, and the assumptions incorporated in different numerical tools. The availability of computational resources, including powerful graphics processing units (GPU), provides modellers with the opportunity to explore diverse approaches to provide valuable information for decision-makers.

At the same time, the topic of crisis management has garnered significant interest from stakeholders who require a common understanding of a situation. Hydroinformatics tools can provide essential information during crises; however, the design and integration of models into decision-support systems require further development and the involvement of various communities, such as first responders. In this context, methodologies, guidelines, and standards are increasingly sought to ensure the efficiency and sustainability of the systems developed.

Exploring both the limitations and performance of current models, this book presents the latest developments based on innovative numerical schemes, high-performance computing, multiphysics and multiscale methods, as well as improved integration of field-scale model data. As such, it caters to practitioners, stakeholders, researchers, and engineers actively engaged in this field.

Weight: 1623g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789811554384
Edition number: 1st ed. 2020