Resolving the ‘UZ Column Shorter Than the Initial Water Depth’ Error in MIKE-SHE Model Runs
Modeling & PredictionMIKE-SHE is a popular integrated hydrologic model for simulating water flow and transport in watersheds. It is widely used in the geosciences for modeling hydrologic processes such as groundwater recharge and discharge, surface water runoff, and soil moisture dynamics. However, MIKE-SHE model runs can sometimes generate errors, one of which is the “UZ column shorter
The Carbon Footprint of War: Quantifying the Release of Carbon Dioxide into the Atmosphere
General Knowledge & EducationWar has been a constant presence throughout human history, with devastating consequences for both human life and the environment. One of the less discussed impacts of war is the amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) released into the atmosphere during armed conflict. CO2 is a greenhouse gas that contributes to climate change, and the release of
Troubleshooting Water Level Exceedance Errors in MIKE-SHE and MIKE-HydroRiver Models: A Guide for Earth Scientists
Modeling & PredictionMIKE-SHE and MIKE-HydroRiver are popular hydrological models used by geoscientists to simulate water flow and transport in river basins. However, when running these models, users may encounter errors such as “Water level exceeded maximum…more than 4.0000 times cross section height”. This error message indicates that the water level in the simulation has exceeded the maximum
Improving Wetland Evaporation Estimates: Enhancing the WRSM-Pitman Model with Accurate Alpha Calculation
Modeling & PredictionWetlands play an important role in the global water cycle and are critical for maintaining the ecological balance of surrounding areas. Measuring and estimating evaporation from wetlands is an important aspect of understanding the water balance in these ecosystems. The Wetland Surface Area Model (WSAM) is widely used to estimate evaporation from wetlands, but it
Troubleshooting Drive Space Issues in MIKE-SHE and MIKE-HydroRiver Model Runs: Unable to Write Dynamic Item Error
Modeling & PredictionMIKE-SHE and MIKE-HydroRiver are two popular numerical models for simulating water flow and transport in rivers and groundwater systems. These models are widely used in geoscience research and engineering applications. However, model runs can sometimes fail due to various reasons such as input errors, incorrect parameterization, or system problems. A common problem encountered by users
Why is the Coriolis Effect Weaker at the Equator?
Weather & ForecastsThe Coriolis effect is a well-known phenomenon that affects the motion of objects, including air and water, on the Earth’s surface. This effect is caused by the Earth’s rotation on its axis, which causes objects moving on the surface to experience a deflection in their path. The Coriolis effect is strongest at the poles and