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Coastal foredune topography as a control on secondary airflow regimes under offshore winds.

Authors :
Lynch, Kevin
Jackson, Derek W. T.
Cooper, J. Andrew G.
Source :
Earth Surface Processes & Landforms; Mar2010, Vol. 35 Issue 3, p344-353, 10p, 2 Diagrams, 3 Charts, 4 Graphs
Publication Year :
2010

Abstract

The article describes a study which examined dune geometry, wind velocity and lee-side airflow patterns. It discusses the impact of these factors along with sediment dynamics to morphodynamic evolution. It puts emphasis on long-term sediment drift budgets caused by process-scale airflow patterns. Lee-side airflow patterns are also examined at Magilligan Strand, Ireland utilizing ultrasonic anemometers and wind rose diagrams. It discusses the effects of varying dune size on wind flow.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
01979337
Volume :
35
Issue :
3
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Earth Surface Processes & Landforms
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
50286218
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1002/esp.1925