1 Integrated Modeling and Remote Sensing Systems for Mixing Zone Water Quality Management

We have developed novel integrated remote sensing and hydrodynamic simulation methods for cost effective design, evaluation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of wastewater disposal infrastructure. Wastewater diffusers are needed to meet minimum dilution requirements within a regulatory mixing zone, a limited region around the discharge structure where the initial dilution occurs. We have created new methods for the CORMIX software system to provide comprehensive analysis of point source mixing zones. The CorHyd internal diffuser hydraulics simulation tool is introduced for design and analysis of multiport discharges. We have developed new methods to assess diffuser infrastructure physical condition using various remote sensing technologies. Our patent-pending aerial remote sensing platform monitors mixing zone water quality and provides assessment of outfall physical condition through diffuser performance monitoring. Our approach integrates simulation and sensor networks to provide advanced information technology on wastewater disposal infrastructure to designers, consultants, regulators, facility managers, and maintenance crews