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The field measurements performed in the Port of Ghent in 2020 are used as basis (i.e. prototype) for the physical scale model research. The prototype dimensions have been scaled down to an appropriate scale and a systematic variation of the key parameters were performed, aiming at characterizing the three-dimensional flow field originated by a jet reflected on a vertical wall resulting from a bow thruster. The main goal of the scale model tests is to improve the general understanding of the flow behavior, and to create a benchmark dataset for validation of CFD models.
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In 2020 field measurements were performed in the Port of Ghent. The scale model tests have started in 2021 and continued in 2022. The final physical scale model measurement report, including analysis of the results and comparison to existing design guidelines, has become available in 2023. Also the report on detailed numerical model simulations has become available in 2023.
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- Field test report Ghent (MSc. thesis Jim Tukker, 2021): Report- TUDelft repository
- Physical scale model test report Deltares (without Appendices) : Characterization of flows induced by propeller jets_no appendices
- Appendix B-Figures A: FigsA
- Appendix B-Figures B: FigsB
- Appendix B-Figures C: FigsC
- Appendix B-Figures D: FigsD
- Appendix B-Figures E: FigsE
- Appendix B-Figures F: FigsF
- Appendix B-Figures G: FigsG
- Appendix B-Figures H: FigsH
- Appendix B-Figures I: FigsI
- Appendix B-Figures J: FigsJ
- Appendix B-Figures K: FigsK
- Apendix C: Thruster specs
- CFD report MARIN: CFD report
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