A Mass-Change Model for the Estimation of Debris-Flow Runout
A Mass-Change Model for the Estimation of Debris-Flow Runout
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泥石流跳动估算的质量变化模型
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发表时间:
1988
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通讯作者:
W. Z. Savage
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作者:
S. Cannon;W. Z. Savage
We analyzed the runout potential of debris flows using a simple mathematical model based on the principle of conservation of momentum. This model is unique in that it evaluates the effect of a change in mass of a debris flow over the distance the flow travels. The model is used to examine the influence of viscous resistance alone, the paired influence of a change in mass of the flow with travel and viscous resistance, and finally, the combined effects of mass change, viscosity, friction, and slope angle on the longitudinal velocity distributions and runout distances of debris flows. Evaluations of the model with the combined influences of each of the variables indicate that a gain in mass by the flow with travel will result in longer total runout distances, and that the flow will maintain lower velocities over the distance traveled. A loss of mass with travel will result in shorter total runout distances, and the flow will maintain higher velocities over the distance traveled. Increasing slope angles allow for longer runout distances, but when frictional resistance to flow is greater than the influence of the slope angle, shorter runout distances result. In its present state, the model cannot be calibrated with data from actual debris flows. However, the model does provide a framework for further study.