New model predicts coastal safety impact of mega nourishments with accuracy.
Mega nourishments are new ways to protect coastlines by spreading sediment naturally. Researchers studied the Sand Motor in The Netherlands for 4 years using a model called AeoLiS. They found that the model accurately predicted sediment movement, with a small margin of error. The model showed that factors like soil moisture and sediment sorting affect how much sediment is available for transport. Understanding these factors helps predict where sediment will accumulate on the beach.