We propose a new characteristic-based finite volume scheme combined with the method of Central Weighted Essentially Non-Oscillatory (CWENO) reconstruction and characteristics, to solve shallow water equations. We ap...We propose a new characteristic-based finite volume scheme combined with the method of Central Weighted Essentially Non-Oscillatory (CWENO) reconstruction and characteristics, to solve shallow water equations. We apply the scheme to simulate dam-break problems. A number of challenging test cases are considered, such as large depth differences even wet/dry bed. The numerical solutions well agree with the analytical solutions. The results demonstrate the desired accuracy, high-resolution and robustness of the presented scheme.展开更多
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant No.10771134)the Natural Science Foundation of Anhui Province (Grant No. 090416227)
文摘We propose a new characteristic-based finite volume scheme combined with the method of Central Weighted Essentially Non-Oscillatory (CWENO) reconstruction and characteristics, to solve shallow water equations. We apply the scheme to simulate dam-break problems. A number of challenging test cases are considered, such as large depth differences even wet/dry bed. The numerical solutions well agree with the analytical solutions. The results demonstrate the desired accuracy, high-resolution and robustness of the presented scheme.