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Ground water modeling applications using the analytic element method.

Randall J Hunt1

  • 1U.S. Geological Survey, 8505 Research Way, Middleton, WI 53562, USA. rjhunt@usgs.gov

Ground Water
|January 13, 2006
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The analytic element method offers powerful ground water modeling capabilities. This review systematically explores its diverse applications, highlighting areas for future development in complex simulations.

Area of Science:

  • Hydrogeology
  • Computational Modeling
  • Environmental Science

Background:

  • The analytic element method (AEM) is a powerful and user-friendly modeling technique.
  • Its adoption is less widespread than finite-difference or finite-element models due to its relative novelty.
  • Existing literature primarily focuses on AEM's mathematical development, lacking a systematic review of its applications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a systematic overview of the applications of the analytic element method in ground water modeling.
  • To cover historical and recent applications of AEM.
  • To identify areas requiring further method development.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of published literature on analytic element method applications.

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  • Categorization of applications into historical and recent uses.
  • Analysis of application scope and limitations.

    • Main Results:

    • AEM has been historically applied in regional, 2D steady-state models, ground water-surface water interaction analyses, screening models, and wellhead protection studies.
    • Recent applications include grid sensitivity analyses and estimating effective conductivity and dispersion in heterogeneous systems.
    • The review identified a need for further AEM development in three-dimensional and transient simulations.

    Conclusions:

    • The analytic element method is a versatile tool for various ground water modeling tasks.
    • Despite its strengths, further development is needed to expand its capabilities, particularly for complex 3D and transient scenarios.
    • This review serves as a foundational resource for understanding AEM's current applications and future potential.