ISTANBUL TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY
Water and Marine Science
Application and Research Center
Approach
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The main mission is to carry out interdisciplinary research
projects investigating the coastal dynamics processes under
the effects of natural and man made activities. The Center
aims to enlarge the research spectra by cooperating with
European partners via partnerships in research projects in
order to gain and share experience by improving and applying
novel methods and technologies.
Scientific, managerial and structural based studies (i.e.,
coastal sediment transport, lagoon-sea interactions, wave
predicted methods, planning to sensitive zone managements,
breakwaters, marine pipelines outfall systems structural and
non structural shore protection) were/are focused in the
coastal zones. In order to achieve the group goals,
experimental and numerical methods are employed together
with remote sensing techniques and GIS.
Research Subjects
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Water Resources Development Studies
Hydroelectric Plants
General Hydrology
Dams, Irrigation and Drainage Systems
Flood Control Structures
Sedimentation Pools
Port Planning and Design
Coastal and Offshore Structures
Sea Outfalls
Navigation Utilities on Lakes and Rivers
Vibration Measurements of Water Structures
Coastal Zone Management
Basin Management
Lake Management
Long Waves (Tsunamis)
Environmental Impact Assesment for coastal structures
Foundation and Organization
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The group members have scientific background in
disciplines like;
Coastal engineering,
Water resources,
Marine sciences,
Climatology,
Hydrometeorology,
Hydrology,
Environmental engineering
Geomatics
Staff
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Academic & Research Staff
Prof.Dr. Sedat Kabdasli
Res. Assist. Dr. Dilek Eren AKYUZ
Res. Assist. Dr. Oral Yagci
Res. Assist. Dr. V.Ozgur Kirca (curretly in Denmark)
Res. Assist. Aysun Koroglu
Res. Assist. Nilay Elginoz Yasa
Res. Assist. M. Adil Akgul
Supportive Staff
Civil Eng. Alpaslan Aydingakko (currently in Jordan)
Civil Eng. Avni Buyukozer (currently in Dubai)
Civil Eng. Didem Yılmazer
Civil Eng. Taylan Bağcı
Civil Eng. Elif Oğuz
Naval Eng. Atakan Yuce
Env. Eng. Bilge Bas
Methods
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Physical Modelling
Numerical Modelling
In-Situ Meaurements
In Numerical Modelling Studies
Several Softwares are used
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AQUASEA and AQUADYN (modelling current and
drifting processes in rivers, lakes and coastal zones).
TELEMAC (modelling of all kinds of coastal
phenomena with dynamic solutions).
SEAWORKS (modelling of transformed waves near
coastal zones and structures, shoreline and sea
bottom changes).
DYNASIM (simulation software for ship
manoeuvering and navigation).
OPTIMOOR (software for moored vessels, modelling
bollard forces and ship motions).
Primary objectives of a sample
numerical study
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Review of bathymetric, oceanographic and
meteorological conditions with the long wave
climate of the project location,
Setting up a numerical model for the planned
layout of the port including structural borders,
bathymetry and particular wave data from
particular directions, in order to determine the
wave bottom orbital velocity distribution over
the project area,
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Estimation of long shore sediment transport
characteristics by means of proper numerical models
reflecting the bathymetric, oceanographic and
meteorological characteristics of the project location
as boundary conditions,
Estimation of sediment (bed material) stability and
sedimentation potential after the port construction,
Reviewing and commenting on the probable
scenarios and applicable measures to be taken.
Examples of numerical modelling studies
Manoeuvring Model for Al Khatmat
with Dynasim
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Simulation No.41, Navigation
channel Alt II, Wind
Direction: W, Wind Speed: 15
knots, Arrival.
Manoeuvring Model for Atakoy Marina
with Dynasim
Agitation Project For Atakoy Marına By
Seaworks
Mooring Analysis for Cekisan Ambarli
with Optimoor
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Mooring Design
Mooring Forces for Lines
Enelka Marine Circulation Project with
Aquasea
3-D Design
Physical Modelling
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Modelling Facilities
2D and 3D Physical Modelling studies are executed
in ITU Hydraulics Laboratory.
The Hydraulics Laboratory has all the utilities to
perform basic applications, research and modelling
experiments in all engineering subjects as far as
“water” is concerned (design of dams, design of
sedimentation pools, design of all coastal and
offshore structures, the vibration of gates, etc.)
Available Experimental Utilities of the
Laboratory
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3 wave basins, 2 of which have regular wave generators and
one with an irregular wave generator. Their dimensions are
25.0×25.0×0.5m, 25.0×30.0×0.7m and 24×7.5×1.5m.
120×2×2 m dimensioned wave flume which is the largest of
Turkey and can generate 0.7 m of wave height.
4 wave and current flumes with various sizes.
Tsunami generator which is unique in Turkey.
Regular and irregular wave generators.
210 kW thermal water tank.
Various pumps of different powers.
Electronic measurement and recording instruments.
Numerical models, data processing and computing systems.
Measurement Devices Used in The
laboratory
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Acoustic velocity meters capable of recording 200 samples
per second.
Acoustic velocity meter capable of recording 50 samples per
second.
8 - channel wave height recording/measurement system.
15 electronic thermometers capable of point – wise
temperature measurements and recordings.
12 electronic water - proof pressure transducers.
Electronic force gages.
Advanced recording systems capable of underwater acoustics
measurements with hydrophones.
Mechanical current meters with various sizes and accuracies.
Electromagnetic current meters with various sizes and
accuracies.
Measurement devices and equipments used for measuring
current characteristics and water quality in field studies.
2-D Pysical Modelling
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2D Stability Model for a quarry port at Al Khatmat
2-D Physical Modelling
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KARPAZ BAY RESORT, T.R.N.C. MARINA UTILITY
3-D Physical Modelling
3-D Physical Modelling
In-Situ Meaurements
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Current velocity and direction,
Conductivity
Temperature,
pH,
Salinity,
Dissolved Oxygen
Current velocity and direction measurements
Conductivity, Temperature, pH, Salinity, Dissolved Oxygen
measurements with Multiline P4
Finished Projects
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Research for the Sediment Problem in Büyükçekmece Dam,1996.
Marmara Plastic Drip Pipes,1997.
Rehabilitation Project for Gökçeada Kuzu Harbor, 1997.
Discharge Measurements for Göcek, 1996.
Water Quality Measurements for Göcek, 1996.
Water Level Fluctuation Measurements and Analysis for Köyceğiz
Lake,2000
A Study to Prevent Flooding in Bahçeköy, 1997.
Research for Seepage Reasons of Kemer County, 1997.
Research for Iskuza Creek Water Quality 1997.
Discharge Measurments for Kirazlıdere River, 1998.
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Kemer County Lake Circulation Research 1998.
Kemer County Lake Observation Studies, 1998.
Kemer County Local Substructure Construction Control, 1998.
Rehabilitation Studies of Göktürk Village Creek 1998
Plankton Measurements at Anbarlı Coast, 1998.
The Research for the Seepage Problems of İ.M.K.B.
Hydrometric Measurements and Studies of Kağıthane, Alibeyköy
and Küçükköy Creek, 1998.
The Project of Silivri Marine and Shoreline Rehabilitation, July,
1991.
Channel Input and Estuary Rehabilitation of Küçükçekmece Lake,
October, 1991.
Preliminary Project for the Environmental Effects of Beach
Nourishment in Bodrum Kuyucak Harbor, June, 1993.
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Istanbul Wastewater Master Plan Measurements I, April, 1993.
Istanbul Wastewater Master Plan Measurements II, September,
1993.
Silkar Tourism Beach Nourishment Project of Ölüdeniz, 1996.
The Project of Mimar Sinan Marine and Fishery Harbor, June, 1995.
Hydraulic Model Studies of Es-Sider Harbor, Libya, STFA
Construction Company, November, 1995.
Flow Measurments for Göcek, 1st Part, Environmental Tourism
Company, May, 1996.
Flow Measurments for Göcek, 2nd Part, Environmental Tourism
Company, September, 1996.
Erosion Control for the Shoreline of Altınova, October, 1996.
Improvement, Recanstruction and the Stability Experiments for
Giresun Harbor, November, 1996.
The Sea Outfalls Research and Project Work for Titreyen Göl and
Kumköy, January, 1997.
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Rehabilitation of Seyhan River, Between Demiryolu and Girne
Bridges, 1984.
Physical modeling of Kardemir Filyos port, 1998.
Coastal rehabilitation of Onur Kent, 1999.
Investigation of pollution in Ölüdeniz, Fethiye, 1998
Investigation Of Conduit Pipe Capacity On Afyon Geothermal
Foundation, 1999
2D And 3D Physical Modeling For Caisson Breakwater In Belde
Harbor, 1999
Sea Outfall Diffuser Hydraulic Modeling In Kadiköy, 2001
Kardemir Filyos Harbor ÇED Report, 1998.
Research Report about Belde Harbor Structure.
Göcek Marina Resort Channel Systems Physical Model
Experiments, 2000.
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Investigation on Effected an Earthquake on Yuvacık Dam, 1999.
Küçüksu Seaoutfall Discharge Pump Station on Physical Modelling,
2002.
Pipe Establishing Protection Project on Kadıköy Seaoutfall, 2001.
II.Stage Riprap Project Between Florya Social Club and Marmara
Hotel, 2000.
Kemer Country Dam Management Project, 2000.
Coast Protection Project in Menekşe Coast, 2000.
Coast Protection Investigation and Project in Güzelyalı Coast, 2000.
Giresun Spileway Evaluation Report, 2000.
Ship Manuvering Simulation and Ship Response Analysis of
“Armaport” Private Port in Ambarlı, İstanbul, 2002.
Sohar Industrial Area Intake and Discharge Structure: Physical
Investigation of Armour Layer Stability and Hydraulic Performance
Evaluation, 2003.
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Sohar Industrial Area Intake and Discharge Structure: Physical
Modelling of Heat Dispersion and Environmental Effects of Heat
Pollution at the Coast, 2003.
Physical Modeling of the Stability of Casoon Type Breakwater in
Port Barbaros Yacth Harbour, Turkish Republic of Northern
Cyprus, 2003.
Ship Manuvering Simulation and Ship Response Analysis of UND
Ro-Ro Terminal Structure, 2003.
The Evaluation Report of Private Marina-Aqaba Project: Service and
Operational Conditions, 2003.
The Evaluation Report of Private Marina-Aqaba Project: A
Numerical Model For Service and Operational Conditions, 2003.
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Erdemir Completion of Coastal Protection Structure; Design and
Physical Modelling Study, 2003.
Aqaba Naval Harbour Agitation Analysis Breakwater Layout and
Design, PartI: Aqaba Bay, Jordan, 2003.
Aqaba Naval Harbour Agitation Analysis Breakwater Layout and
Design, PartII: Aqaba Bay, Jordan, 2003.
Marine Facilities at Rize Free Zone: Çayeli Terminal Ship Mooring
Response Analysis, 2003.
Baku-Tblisi Ceyhan Crude Oil Pipeline Project Ceyhan Terminal
Temporary Breakwater: Numerical Modelling of Wave
Transformation With Harbour Agitation and Breakwater Design,
2003.
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UND Pendik Ro-Ro Terminal, Long Term Wave Analysis and
Numerical Modelling of Harbour Agitation, 2003.
İzmir Tuzla Container Terminal, 2003.
Datca Knidos Marina Preliminary Design and Ecological
Investigation Study, 2003.
Manavgat Inventory Report: A Geographical, Historical, Social and
Environmental Profile Study, 2003.
İskenderun Imported Coal Fired Power Plant Conceptual Planning
at the Civil Portion of Marine Terminal: Wave Analysis,
Transformation and Agitation, 2003.
İskenderun Imported Coal Fired Power Plant Conceptual Planning
at the Civil Portion of Marine Terminal: Numerical Modelling of
The Effect of Terminal Construction on Thermal Discharge, 2003.
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Aqaba Royal Navy Harbour Wavescreen Deseign and Numerical
Modelling, 2004.
ERDEMIR Maintanence and Completion of Shore Protection
Structure and Breakwater, 2003.
Situation Evaluation of Melas Pier Yarımca, İzmit, 2004.
Aqaba Royal Navy Harbour Numerical Water Circulation Analysis,
2004.
Aqaba Royal Navy Harbour Physical Modelling of Wavescreen,
2004.
İÇDAŞ Karabiga Terminal Brealwater Lay-out Numerical Modelling
and Design, 2004.
Ataköy New Marina Numerical Agitation Analysis, 2004.
Aqaba Royal Navy Harbour Numerical Vessel Manouevering
Analysis, 2004.
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Quay and Breakwater Design Layout for ICDAS Karabiga Terminal,
Canakkale-Karabiga, 2004.
Design and Layout of Additional Breakwater and Numerical
Agitation Analysis for Development of Atakoy Marina: I, IstanbulAtakoy, 2004.
Analysis of Sedimentation and Accumulation of Organic Residuals
Problem in the vicinity of Yayla Fishery Harbour, Saros Bay, Edirne,
2004.
Numerical Sediment Transport and Sedimentation Modelling Study
for the Dredged Area of Yesilyurt Metal-Works Facility, SamsunTekkekoy, 2004.
Preliminary Design and Construction Methodology Statement Study
for Yalova Dry Dock, Bogazici Shipyard Co., Yalova, 2005.
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Olivya Houses” Shoreline, Sediment Transport Analysis and
Re-nourishment Study, Bodrum, Mugla, 2005.
Boomerang Tourisitc Complex, Coastal Planning and Design of
Recreation Facilities, Girne, T. R. N. Cyprus, May 2005
Municipality of Beylikdüzü, Coastal Planning, Design of Marina and
Recreation Facilities, Istanbul, May 2005
Numerical Sediment Transport and Sedimentation Potential
Modelling Study for Yalova Dry Dock, Bogazici Shipyard Co.,
Yalova, August, 2005.
CEKISAN Fuel Refill Co., Numerical Ship Mooring Analysis and
Design of Multi-point CBM Mooring System for Iskenderun
Terminal, Iskenderun, October 2005.
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CEKISAN Fuel Refill Co., Numerical Ship Mooring Analysis and
Design of Multi-point CBM Mooring System for Antalya Terminal,
Antalya, October 2005.
CEKISAN Fuel Refill Co., Numerical Ship Mooring Analysis and
Design of Multi-point CBM Mooring System for Ambarli Terminals,
Istanbul, October 2005.
Libya Iron and Steel Company (LISCO) - Numerical Wave
Agitation Modelling Report, November, 2005.
Libya Iron and Steel Company (LISCO) - Current Measurements
and Current Pattern Evaluation Report, November, 2005.
Numerical Sediment Transport and Sedimentation Potential
Modelling Study for Pendik Marin, Municipality of Pendik, Istanbul,
November, 2005.
Design and Layout of Additional Breakwater and Numerical
Agitation Analysis for Development of Atakoy Marina: I, IstanbulAtakoy, November, 2005
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Libya Iron and Steel Company (LISCO) - Numerical Vessel
Manoeuvre Modelling and Manoeuvring Simulation Report,
November, 2005.
Numerical Sediment Transport and Sedimentation Potential
Modelling Study for New Gemlik Terminal of Borusan Logistics
Co., Gemlik-Bursa, February, 2006.
Numerical Agitation Modelling, Planning and Preliminary Design
for Tuzla Multi-Purpose Service Harbour of Istanbul Greater City
Municipality , February, 2006.
Numerical Agitation Modelling for Catalagzi Terminal of EREN
Energy Production & Distribution Co., Muslu-Zonguldak, April
2006
Numerical Sediment Transport and Sedimentation Potential
Modelling Study for EREN Energy Production & Distribution Co.,
Muslu-Zonguldak, May, 2006.
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Numerical Sediment Transport and Sedimentation Potential
Modelling Study for Dutlimani Celal Yildirim Shipyard, BandirmaBalikesir, June, 2006.
Numerical Vessel Manoeuvring Simulations for Kumcular Shipyard,
Pendik-Istanbul, June, 2006.
Numerical Sediment Transport and Sedimentation Potential
Modelling Study for Bandirma Shipyard and Stockyard, BandirmaBalikesir, June, 2006.
Numerical Vessel Manoeuvring Simulations for Post-Construction
Conditions of Solventas Terminal and Altintel Terminal, DilovasiIzmit, July, 2006.
Wave Climate and Numerical wave Transformation/Agitation Study
for Dalsan Shipyard, Tuzla-Istanbul, July, 2006.
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Wave Climate, Numerical Wave Transformation/Agitation and
Terminal Efficiency Study for AsyaPORT, Barbaros-Tekirdag,
August, 2006.
Numerical Sediment Transport and Sedimentation Potential
Modelling Study for AsyaPORT, Barbaros-Tekirdag, August, 2006.
Numerical Vessel Manoeuvring Simulations for Post-Construction
Conditions of IGSAS Terminal, Kocaeli, August, 2006.
Design and Numerical Modelling of Wave Agitation, Sediment
Transport Study for Guzelcamli Multipurpose Harbour (Ferry
Terminal, Marina and Fishery Harbour), Kusadasi-Aydin,
September, 2006.
Numerical Modelling of Wave Agitation, Sediment Transport Study
for Karasu Gundogdu Shipyard, Karasu-Sakarya, September, 2006.
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Numerical Sediment Transport and Sedimentation Potential
Modelling Study for Al-Khatmat Harbour, Libya, February, 2007.
Numerical Modelling of Harbour Agitation Study for Al-Khatmat
Harbour, Libya, February, 2007.
Numerical Wave Transformation Modelling and Determination of
Design Waves Characteristics Study for New Gemlik Terminal of
Borusan Logistics Co., Gemlik-Bursa, February, 2007.