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Area of Science:

  • Atmospheric science
  • Environmental fluid dynamics
  • Geomorphology

Background:

  • Airflow around vegetation is critical for atmospheric boundary layer processes.
  • Understanding wind acceleration around roughness elements is essential for particle transport (dust, seeds, pollen).
  • Previous field observations on wind acceleration show disagreements, highlighting a need for detailed investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To numerically investigate airflow and wind acceleration zones around a single low solid roughness element.
  • To systematically study the influence of roughness basal shape and observation height on wind acceleration.
  • To provide insights into aeolian transport and wind dispersal mechanisms.

Main Methods:

  • Numerical investigation of airflow in the atmospheric boundary layer.
  • Modeling a single low solid roughness element representing vegetation patches.
  • Systematic analysis of dimensionless horizontal wind speed, acceleration zone morphology, area, and location.

Main Results:

  • Wind acceleration zones are primarily located on the lateral sides of the roughness element.
  • Maximum wind speed and acceleration zone area are significantly influenced by the roughness basal shape.
  • Dimensionless resultant horizontal speed decreases with height, while the acceleration zone area shows a non-linear height response.

Conclusions:

  • The shape of the roughness element's base is a key factor determining wind acceleration patterns.
  • Height-dependent variations in wind speed and acceleration zone area offer explanations for discrepancies in field observations.
  • Findings enhance understanding of aeolian transport in arid/semi-arid regions and wind dispersal of plant propagules.