Using the Incomplete Self-Similarity Method for Estimation of the Conjugate Depth Ratio of Density Jumps on Smooth and Rough Beds

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Density current is produced because of a density contrast with the ambient fluid. This density difference can result from dissolved solids, suspended materials, temperature, etc. Density jumps significantly influence the quality characteristics of the gravity currents and the ambient fluid (e.g., lakes and reservoirs). In this research, using dimensional analysis and incomplete self-similarity method, these jumps were studied and a new equation was obtained for calculating the sequent depth ratio. This equation was validated using experimental results. Therefore, these experiments were carried out on both smooth and rough beds. The results indicate that the new relationship is more accurate than the classical equation; it was shown that the effects of both the entrainment ratio and the bed roughness are not negligible, even for their small amount.

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