Hydraulic Design and Analysis of Labyrinth Weirs. II: Nappe Aeration, Instability, and Vibration
- 1 May 2013
- journal article
- Published by American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) in Journal of Irrigation and Drainage Engineering
- Vol. 139 (5), 371-377
- https://doi.org/10.1061/(asce)ir.1943-4774.0000553
Abstract
Nappe behavior should be considered in the design of labyrinth weirs to ensure hydraulic optimization and to account for potential vibrations, pressure fluctuations, noise, and flow surging. Information regarding nappe aeration conditions (clinging, aerated, partially aerated, and drowned), nappe instability, and nappe vibrations for trapezoidal labyrinth weirs on a horizontal apron with quarter- and half-round crests () is presented. Corresponding headwater ratio ranges and hydraulic behaviors associated with nappe aeration conditions are documented and discussed to aid in labyrinth weirs design, including design options directly related to nappe behavior (e.g., crest shape, crest roughness, vents, nappe breakers, notches, and staged cycles). The effects of artificial nappe aeration (a vented nappe) on nappe behavior and discharge capacity are also discussed, including recommended placements of nappe breakers.
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