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Numerical Modeling Capabilities
Hydrodynamic Modeling
· Tidal circulation and flushing: 
estuaries and harbors (1-, 2-, & 3-D)
· Tidal marsh circulation
· Surf zone currents
· River flow
· Bottom shear stresses 
(wave, current, combined wave-current)
· Vertical velocity profiles 
(bottom boundary layer)
· Inlet circulation
· Effects of dredging
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Nearshore and Surf Zone
· Spectral and monochromatic wave refraction & diffraction
· Breaking, reflection, and energy transmission
· Run-up and overtopping
· Storm surge and wave setup
Offshore
· Wind-generated waves / spectral sea states
· Deep water wave propagation
· Forces on structures
Sediment Transport Modeling
Nearshore
· Beach replenishment performance
· Effects of coastal structures on beaches
· Shoreline and beach profile change
· Longshore and cross-shore sediment transport
· Inlet stability
Offshore and Riverine
· Erosion/scour depth
· Suspended sediment concentrations
· Ripple formation (equilibrium heights and wave lengths)
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csep6.gif (47304 bytes) Water Quality /
Pollutant Transport Modeling
· Water quality parameters 
(e.g., nitrogen and oxygen)
· Pollutant fate, transport, and dilution
· Point-source discharges
· Thermal plumes
· Particle tracking
· Transport and fate of contaminated sediments

 
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Capabilities for each client and
assignment.
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Scientists and Engineers involved in solving environmental problems. 
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Clients throughout the world. 

 
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For more information please call or e-mail the
Business Unit Director 
Robert Catalano (508) 495-6230
rcatalano@whgrp.com or 
Vice President of Business Development:
Bob Hamilton at (508) 495-6229
bhamilton@whgrp.com

 
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Marine Environmental Solutions
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Tel: 508-540-8080   Fax:508-540-1001
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