Publikationsdatum:
2015-02-13
Beschreibung:
Predicting potential deposition areas of future debris-flow events is important for engineering hazard assessment in alpine regions. For this, numerical simulation models are commonly used tools. However, knowledge of appropriate model parameters is essential but often not available. In this study we use two numerical simulation models, RAMMS-DF (Rapid Mass Movement System – Debris Flow) and DAN3D (Dynamic Analysis of Landslides in Three Dimensions), to back-calculate two well-documented debris-flow events in Austria and to compare the range and sensitivity of input parameters for the Voellmy flow model. All simulations are based on the same digital elevation model with a 1 m resolution and similar initial conditions. Our results show that both simulation tools are capable of matching observed deposition patterns. The best fit parameter set of μ [–] and ξ [m s−2] range between 0.07–0.11 and 200–300 m s−2, respectively, for RAMMS-DF, and 0.07–0.08 and 300–400 m s−2, respectively, for DAN3D. Sensitivity analyses show a higher sensitivity of model parameters for the DAN3D model than for the RAMMS-DF model. This study shall contribute to the evaluation of realistic model parameters for simulation of debris-flows in steep mountain catchments and highlights the sensitivity of the models.
Digitale ISSN:
2195-9269
Thema:
Geographie
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Geologie und Paläontologie
