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CN: 11-2699/P
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Bed roughness effects on horseshoe vortex dynamics and soil erosion mechanisms in vegetated overland flows

Understanding how bed roughness modulates hydrodynamic processes around vegetation is critical for predicting soil erosion patterns in sloped landscapes. Through flume experiments with high-frequency...

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Highly active sediment transport induces morphodynamic changes exacerbating flash flooding

Rainfall-induced flash floods often trigger active sediment transport and substantial morphological changes, which in turn affect flood dynamics. Previous numerical studies have mostly overlooked the...

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Experimental measurement of flocculation and settling behavior in fine sediments from the Three Gorges Reservoir, China

Flocculation of cohesive sediments is widely observed in natural aquatic-sedimentary environments, such as river estuaries and nearshore coastal waters, where salinity, suspended sediment concentration...

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Sediment Transport Modeling for Run-of-River Hydropower in the Madeira River: Calibration with Conventional and Remote Sensing Data

This study aims to evaluate sediment transport processes in the Madeira River, a high-load Amazon tributary altered by the Jirau run-of-river hydropower dam. A methodology for sensitivity analysis and...

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Variability in rill morphometry, surface runoff and erosion with soil conservation techniques (application of polyacrylamide and rice husk biochar and hydromulching) in deforested hillslopes under simulated rainfall

This study analyzed the effects of very intense rainfall (98 mm/h for 30 min) on soil left bare or treated with polyacrylamide, rice husk biochar and hydromulching. Rill morphometry, surface runoff...

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Characterizing changes in channel morphology associated with base level fall: Application on Le Sueur and Maple Rivers

Many fluvial systems have undergone significant changes in their morphology due to base level fall since the last glaciation. Channels in such transient fluvial systems continuously adjust their morphology...

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Analysis of sediment resuspension in shallow lake under variable wind speed and water depth

Understanding wind-induced sediment resuspension is essential for predicting turbidity dynamics and nutrient cycling in shallow lakes. This study investigates the spatial variability of sediment resuspension...

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On the parameters of common settling velocity models for porous sediment aggregates

The settling behavior of sediment aggregates is a critical factor influencing the transport of fine-grained sediment in riverine and marine environments. Due to the small size and fragile structure...

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Assessment of infiltration and erosion rates in Mediterranean reservoirs’ catchments through rainfall simulation

The land use and vegetation type of a reservoir's catchment substantially affect the hydrological processes of soil infiltration and runoff. They also act as drivers or constraints for erosive processes....

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Probabilistic risk assessment of fifteen metal(loid)s and their mixtures in surface sediment of Hongze Lake (China) using the diffusive gradients in thin films (DGT) technique

Freshwater lakes in China face increasing environmental pressures due to rapid urbanization and industrialization, with metal pollution emerging as a significant concern. Despite this, the ecological...

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Experimental study on the self-cleaning behavior of slit dams for debris flow hazard mitigation

Self-cleaning is a crucial feature of slit dams, which not only enhances upstream and downstream hydraulic connections but also automatically restores a dam's debris flow storage capacity. In this work,...

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Multidecadal analysis of erosion susceptibility in a watershed heavily impacted by deforestation in southeastern Amazonia

Over the last several decades, extensive changes in land use and land cover (LULC) have caused substantial environmental impacts in the watersheds of southeastern Amazonia, such as the Verde River Watershed...

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Complex morphodynamic processes of a large braided channel in response to different flood flow discharges on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau

The frequency and intensity of river floods in the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau (QTP) are increasing under the background of climate warming. In particular, the braided channel in the wide valley section in...

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Evaluation of eco-friendly soil slope stabilization techniques for forest roads by using an Artificial Neural Network (ANN)

In this study, the effectiveness of different stabilization techniques implemented on the forest road cut slopes was investigated in terms of controlling erosion and runoff. Wood production residues,...

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Efficiency of four types of biochar to improve soil properties and decrease soil detachment in vulnerable hillslopes to rill erosion

Biochar, as a viable substrate and soil amendment, has the potential to improve the physical and chemical properties of soils, consequently affecting soil erosion. However, few studies have explored...

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Simulating fluvial sediment pulses using remote sensing and machine learning: Development of a modeling framework applicable to data rich and scarce regions

Fluvial sediment pulses pose a significant threat to the overall ecological health of river systems. Nonetheless, the scarcity of monitored and published data underscores the importance of devising...

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Contributions of flow discharge, slope gradient, and scouring time on rill erosion: A quantitative study of exposed slopes in the loess region

Flow discharge, slope gradient, and erosion time are widely recognized as crucial factors in determining rill erosion and its morphological characteristics. However, the relative importance of these...

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Assessment of soil erosion dynamics and implications for sustainable land management: A case study using the RUSLE model

The current research aimed to evaluate the severity and distribution of soil erosion in a Swat district, Pakistan, which is vital for sustainable land management and conservation efforts. This study...

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Submerged macrophyte-dominated systems fed by karst groundwater produce a significant autochthonous carbon sink in sediment: A mesocosm experiment study

The inland water portion of the carbon cycle is an essential component of the global carbon cycle and is a promising direction to seek missing carbon sinks. Inland waters fix inorganic carbon to form...

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River system sediment rating curve parameter estimation via integrated models

Continuous water and sediment flow monitoring across river cross sections is essential for the management of flood- and sediment-related problems in watersheds. The sediment rating curve (SRC) estimates...

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Sediment deposition in an upwelling rocky-reef in southwest Atlantic Ocean

Sediment is highly related to coral reef degradation worldwide, and sedimentation is considered a critical cause of stress for coral communities. The current study focused on the Arraial do Cabo Marine...

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Effect of reservoir management on the efficiency of a sediment bypass tunnel: Case study of Solis Reservoir, Switzerland

Sediment bypass tunnels (SBTs) divert sediment-laden flows from river systems around reservoirs to the tailwater reach and thus help prevent reservoir sedimentation. However, their bypassing efficiency...

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Study on the critical velocity of sediment incipient motion in saline water based on Hangzhou Bay field investigation

The critical condition of sediment incipient motion (SIM) is one of the most pivotal and fundamental topics for the mechanics of sediment transport in offshore areas. The flocculation of fine sediment...

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Impact of the solid volume fraction of clay and consolidation on the erodibility of sand-mud mixtures

The erodibility of sediment mixtures is a key factor in sediment dynamic processes and morphological evolution in coastal environments. However, it remains insufficiently understood. In the current...

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