Title：Harnessing the Power of Data:Data Driven Models and Process Based Models in Coastal and Ocean Engineering

Reporter：Prof.Hong Zhang  School of Engineering and Built Environment, Griffith University

Time：27 November 2023 (Monday) 16:00~17:00

Venue：G2-309,Guangzhou International Campus, South China University of Technology

Tencent Meeting ID：348-459-190

Abstract：

In the presentation, the integration of data-driven and process-based models in coastal and ocean engineering i explored. The importance of process-based models, solving equations related to ocean dynamics and sediment transport, is emphasized. Challenges related to data requirements, equation selection, accuracy, and computational power are acknowledged. The presentation highlights the integration of data-driven models and artificial intelligence techniques, utilizing data from various sources. Case studies demonstrate how this integration improves the accuracy of process-based models, analyzing the impact of extreme waves on beach erosion for effective coastal protection strategies and offshore fish pen design. The conclusion addresses challenges of handling large data, considering data utilization implications, and fostering national and international collaborations.

Resume:

Professor Hong Zhang is a professor of Civil Engineering at Griffith University. With a PhD from The University of Western Australia, she began her career at the Tropical Marine Science Institute in Singapore. Prof Zhang’s research focuses primarily on ocean and coastal dynamics, with a particular emphasis on hydrodynamics, sediment transport, and fluid-structure-soil interactions. She possesses a comprehensive understanding of these complex phenomena and utilizes a combination of data-driven and process-based modeling techniques to address research challenges. Prof Zhang maintains close ties with academia, government agencies and local consultancies, ensuring her research findings are relevant and applicable to practical engineering solutions.