Hillslope flow paths are important in watershed hydrology because they affect how flow moves from hilltops to rivers. Such waterways influence a variety of geomorphological and biological phenomena, including soil erosion, sediment transport, Analyzing this topics requires looking into ways water moves across the landscape, interacts with soil and flora, and finally enters the river system. Changes in flow paths caused by river network dynamics may have a considerable influence on watershed stability. Thus, modelling such variations is critical for forecasting and regulating drainage basin behavior and development. The goal of this study is to model these behavior using an updated theoretical framework. The approach combines field data and Digital Terrain Model (DTM), with computer analysis carried out in MATLAB program. Data derived from DTMs give precise geographical information required for comprehending and modelling hillslope flow pathways. Related mathematical basic equation is modified using distribution function. Furthermore, several artificial intelligence, predictive machine learning approaches are used for estimating important parameter from geomorphological data, hence removing the requirement for empirical calibration. The findings show that flow path lengths vary significantly and are correlated with changes in river network structure. Studying it's spatial arrangement, as well as actual observations is critical for improving predicted accuracy. Finally, this method presents a reliable tool for anticipating hydrological processes, hence promoting improved watershed management and conservation policies. The observations and theoretical improvements lead to an improved comprehension of the interaction between river dynamics and hillslope flow paths, providing a solid foundation for further study on changes in terrain.

Modelling the changes of hillslope flowpath lengths produced by river network dynamics

REBRONJA, ALMA
2023/2024

Abstract

Hillslope flow paths are important in watershed hydrology because they affect how flow moves from hilltops to rivers. Such waterways influence a variety of geomorphological and biological phenomena, including soil erosion, sediment transport, Analyzing this topics requires looking into ways water moves across the landscape, interacts with soil and flora, and finally enters the river system. Changes in flow paths caused by river network dynamics may have a considerable influence on watershed stability. Thus, modelling such variations is critical for forecasting and regulating drainage basin behavior and development. The goal of this study is to model these behavior using an updated theoretical framework. The approach combines field data and Digital Terrain Model (DTM), with computer analysis carried out in MATLAB program. Data derived from DTMs give precise geographical information required for comprehending and modelling hillslope flow pathways. Related mathematical basic equation is modified using distribution function. Furthermore, several artificial intelligence, predictive machine learning approaches are used for estimating important parameter from geomorphological data, hence removing the requirement for empirical calibration. The findings show that flow path lengths vary significantly and are correlated with changes in river network structure. Studying it's spatial arrangement, as well as actual observations is critical for improving predicted accuracy. Finally, this method presents a reliable tool for anticipating hydrological processes, hence promoting improved watershed management and conservation policies. The observations and theoretical improvements lead to an improved comprehension of the interaction between river dynamics and hillslope flow paths, providing a solid foundation for further study on changes in terrain.
2023
Modelling the changes of hillslope flowpath lengths produced by river network dynamics
hillslope
modelling
matlab
river
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