Mathematical Modeling of Canal Flow with Rainfall Effects for Flood Risk Prediction
Rs 27000.00Rs 26000.00
Overview
This project focuses on simulating canal discharge under rainfall conditions using basic flow equations and rainfall-adjusted parameters. By modeling the relationship between depth, velocity, and discharge, it demonstrates how rainfall increases canal flow and can push it beyond the safe discharge limit.
The simulation provides day-by-day discharge data with and without rainfall, helping students understand how depth and velocity change over time. It visualizes the results through clear graphs comparing normal discharge with rainfall-adjusted discharge and highlighting the flood risk when the safe limit is crossed. This project connects fluid mechanics, numerical computation, and data visualization for practical flood risk prediction.
Suitable For
BS Civil Engineering – fluid mechanics, open channel hydraulics
BS Mathematics – applied modeling, numerical methods
BS Environmental Science – hydrology, flood risk analysis
BS Computer Science / Data Science – scientific programming, visualization
Technologies Used
Programming Language: Python
Libraries: NumPy, Matplotlib, Pandas
Techniques: Flow equation computation, rainfall adjustment modeling
Visualization: Line plots for discharge, dual-axis plots for depth & velocity
Features
Calculates discharge with and without rainfall
Uses rainfall-adjusted depth and velocity (h<sub>eff</sub>, v<sub>eff</sub>)
Highlights days when discharge exceeds safe limit
Generates visual comparison plots for better interpretation
Provides step-by-step numerical table for first few days
Deliverables
Complete Python source code for canal discharge simulation
LaTeX/Word documentation (theory, methodology, results)
Figures: discharge comparison, depth & velocity effect
Optional report-ready graphs and tables
Benefits for Students
Practical application of fluid mechanics and continuity equations
Hands-on experience with Python for scientific computation
Better understanding of rainfall impact on canal systems
Portfolio-ready project connecting hydraulics, programming, and visualization