Envisat/ASAR Images for the Calibration of Wind Drag Action in the Doñana Wetlands 2D Hydrodynamic Model

A two-dimensional hydrodynamic model of Doñana National Park wetlands accurately simulates wind-induced water displacement, demonstrating displacements of up to 2 kilometers. Researchers calibrated the model using Envisat/ASAR satellite images and on-site wind records, assessing different formulations for wind drag action. The study found that including an atmospheric stability parameter did not significantly improve results, suggesting that such data may not be necessary for accurate simulations in hypothetical or design scenarios. This research contributes to better predictions of flooding and emergence patterns, aiding in the assessment of hydrologic restoration actions within Doñana's basin.

Ramos-Fuertes, A., Marti-Cardona, B., Bladé, E., & Dolz, J. (2013). Envisat/ASAR Images for the Calibration of Wind Drag Action in the Doñana Wetlands 2D Hydrodynamic Model. Remote Sensing, 6(1), 379–406. https://doi.org/10.3390/rs6010379