An Experimental Model Using a Graphical User Interface

by David G. Kleinschmidt, Univ of Maine, Orono, United States,
Bryan R. Pearce, Univ of Maine, Orono, United States,



Document Type: Proceeding Paper

Part of: Estuarine and Coastal Modeling

Abstract:

This paper describes a program named Plume which runs on a microcomputer. The intended function of the program is to enhance an investigator's understanding of the estuarine environment in which he or she is working. It does this through two mechanisms. One is to present previously calculated water velocity and height data in a manner that allows real time observation of time dependent processes. The other is a particle tracking model which can be used to follow substances which have been deposited within the area under study. Plume features an interactive graphic user interface which allows the operator to control data displayed, and also allows extensive control of the model's parameters while a run is in progress.

Subject Headings: Computer models | Water resources | Graphic methods | Plumes | Estuaries | Water flow | Sediment transport

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