Side-scan sonar investigation into temporal variation in sand wave morphology: Helwick sands,Bristol Channel |
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Authors: | P T Harris M B Collins |
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Affiliation: | (1) Department of Oceanography, University College, Singleton Park, Swansea, SA2 8PP Wales, United Kingdom |
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Abstract: | The morphology and mobility of bedforms within a sand wave field having a water depth of 30 to 40 m have been studied by side-scan sonar surveys at different tidal stages and under various wave climates. Large sand waves with heights of 4 to 7 m retained their orientation throughout the survey period, Small sand waves with heights less than 2 to 3 m changed their height over a tidal cycle and their location (relative to larger sand waves) between surveys. The maximum change appeared to be related to ebb current acceleration. Megaripple wavelengths were reduced under surface wave action. |
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