Wave dynamics alteration by discontinuous flexible mats of artificial seagrass can support seagrass restoration efforts
Raúl Villanueva,
Maike Paul,
Torsten Schlurmann
Abstract:Seagrass restoration can be promoted through the use of artificial seagrass (ASG). However, there is no guideline for ASG design, which requires a sound understanding of the inherent hydrodynamics in a submerged environment. Present know-how primarily stems from idealized ASG attached to a fixed bed. To develop accessible field deployment for restoration, anchored prototype scale ASG mats (coconut mesh) were proposed and tested under differing wave conditions. The aim of this study was then to: 1) analyze hydr… Show more
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