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Description
The objective of this BI is to establish a partnership between NTNU and bO, to transfer knowledge of the oceanic wave modeling tool REEF3D::FNPF, developed by NTNU, both at a usage and technical level, and apply it to a Portuguese case study at the World Surfing Reserve of Ericeira.
Coastal structures, both natural and artificial, are exposed to several oceanic effects, such as waves, that have the natural tendency of eroding them. In one hand, it is known that climate change is potentiating this erosion at a much faster pace. But, for the specific case of the World Surfing Reserve of Ericeira
Summary of the results
The Bilateral Initiative aimed to apply mid-to-high-fidelity numerical tools for wave modeling in Ericeira’s World Surfing Reserve. It sought to enhance information for surfers and develop models for coastal preservation.
The collaboration between blueOASIS and NTNU included two visits from Norwegian partners, facilitating knowledge transfer and engagement with local stakeholders like Mafra’s Municipality and Ericeira Surf Club. A numerical model of Ericeira’s coast was developed using HPC systems, enabling wave simulation and surf break characterization. The results were presented at a final workshop in Ericeira, the OMAE2024 conference in Singapore, and a scientific publication.
The project received positive feedback, with future applications already planned. It also served as a proof of concept, paving the way for coastal preservation initiatives and potential operational modeling.