This thesis develops a one-dimensional version of a new data driven model of turbulence that uses the KL expansion to provide a spectral solution of the turbulent flow field based on analysis of Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) turbulent data. The analysis derives a 2nd order random field over the whole flow domain that gives better turbulence properties in areas of non-uniform flow and where flow separates than the present models that are based on the Navier-Stokes Equations. These latter models need assumptions to decrease the number of calculations to enable them to run on present day computers or super-computers. These assumptions reduce the accuracy of these models. The improved flow field is gained at the expense of the model not being generic. Therefore the new data driven model can only be used for the flow situation of the data as the analysis shows that the kernel of the turbulent flow field of undular hydraulic jump could not be related to the surface waves, a key feature of the jump. The kernel developed has two parts, called the outer and inner parts. A comparison shows that the ratio of outer kernel to inner kernel primarily reflects the ratio of turbulent production to turbulent dissipation. The outer part, with a larger correlation length, reflects the larger structures of the flow that contain most of the turbulent energy production. The inner part reflects the smaller structures that contain most turbulent energy dissipation. The new data driven model can use a kernel with changing variance and/or regression coefficient over the domain, necessitating the use of both numerical and analytical methods. The model allows the use of a two-part regression coefficient kernel, the solution being the addition of the result from each part of the kernel. This research highlighted the need to assess the size of the structures calculated by the models based on the Navier-Stokes equations to validate these models. At present most studies use mean velocities and the turbulent fluctuations to validate a models performance. As the new data driven model gives better turbulence properties, it could be used in complicated flow situations, such as a rock groyne to give better assessment of the forces and pressures in the water flow resulting from turbulence fluctuations for the design of such structures. Further development to make the model usable includes; solving the numerical problem associated with the double kernel, reducing the number of modes required, obtaining a solution for the kernel of two-dimensional and three-dimensional flows, including the change in correlation length with time as presently the model gives instant realisations of the flow field and finally including third and fourth order statistics to improve the data driven model velocity field from having Gaussian distribution properties. As the third and fourth order statistics are Reynolds Number dependent this will enable the model to be applied to PIV data from physical scale models. In summary, this new data driven model is complementary to models based on the Navier-Stokes equations by providing better results in complicated design situations. Further research to develop the new model is viewed as an important step forward in the analysis of river control structures such as rock groynes that are prevalent on New Zealand Rivers protecting large cities.

From the Proceedings of the 1972 Meetings of the Arizona Section - American Water Resources Assn. and the Hydrology Section - Arizona Academy of Science - May 5-6, 1972, Prescott, Arizona / High concentrations of nitrate have been found in water samples from irrigation wells north of the Tucson Arizona sewage treatment plant. The plant, which had primary treatment prior to 1951, produced 2,800 acre-feet of effluent in 1940, 4,600 acre-feet in 1950, 16,300 acre-feet in 1960, and 33,000 acre-feet in 1970. Large amounts of treated effluent recharge the groundwater system north of the plant. Sources of nitrate contamination beside sewage effluent may be sewage lagoons, sanitary landfills, meat packing and dairy effluent, septic tanks, and agricultural runoff. Sewage effluent is considered to be the primary source of nitrate contamination in the area. Geologic and flow net analysis indicate that aquifer conditions minimize the effects of sewage effluent contamination. Chloride and nitrate migration appears to be similar in the aquifer. Large-capacity wells were sampled to reflect regional conditions, and chemical hydrographs of chloride and nitrate were analyzed. The seasonal nature of these hydrographs patterns depend on total nitrogen in sewage effluent. Management alternatives are suggested to decrease nitrate pollution by sewage effluent.

From roughly 1865 to 1926, the forces of European imperialism brought the Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca under the scrutiny of non-Muslim interests. The driving force behind this dramatic change was the expansion of the British Empire’s maritime supremacy in the Indian Ocean basin. With the development of steamship travel and the opening of the Suez Canal, colonial authorities became increasingly involved in the surveillance of seaborne pilgrims. During this period, the hajj came to be recognized as both the primary conduit for the spread of epidemic diseases, such as cholera and plague, and a critical outlet for the growth of Pan-Islamic networks being forged between Indian dissidents, pilgrims, and the Ottoman Empire. As a result, the British and Ottoman empires engaged in a struggle for control of the hajj, which would ultimately reshape both the hajj and the political landscapes of the Middle East and South Asia.

Waste minimisation is implemented worldwide and has become an urgent priority in South Africa as evidenced in the promulgated National Environmental Management Waste Act (2008). The most common waste disposal method in South Africa is by landfill, which is unacceptable. Local municipalities have made little progress towards waste minimisation. The aim of this study was to present a solution to waste minimisation for the City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality (CTMM) by determining the feasibility of establishing composting facilities on landfill sites. One third of all municipal waste consists of green waste, which is compostable and can be converted on landfill sites. Nine municipal landfill sites were screened. The four most feasible sites were evaluated further by applying identified parameters that address physical, social and operational requirements. It is a possible to establish composting facilities on all four sites investigated, with Hatherley ranking as the most suited. The findings of this study clearly provided the basic parameters and requirements for constructing a composting facility and practical procedures applicable within a South African context. The evaluation method used can be applied as a model to evaluate similar studies in other municipalities to aid them in the decision-making process for waste minimisation. / Environmental Management / M.A. (Environmental Management)

Bibliographical refernces appear at the end of each chapter / This study reviews solid waste management practices in Polokwane City. The study area covered some of the residential areas in Polokwane City; namely; Ivy Park, Fauna Park, Welgelegen, Westernburg and the City Centre. This article describes two main methods that were used to collect data; that is Qualitative and Quantitative method. Field survey was also made to validate data obtained from the participants that were interviewed during qualitative data process. After framing the problem, the objectives of Solid Waste Management Practices in Polokwane City were briefly outlined as follows: • Assess solid waste management practices in Polokwane City. • Make comparison on how households and the municipality take responsibility in storing, collecting, transporting, treating and disposing solid waste. • Investigate what problems the City encounters in managing solid waste. • Make relevant recommendations aimed at improving solid waste management practices within the City. The service management was administered by the municipality and private sector. From the five study residential areas, the Municipality manages waste in the City Centre while the private sector manages waste in the other residential areas. However, the City continues to play an administrative role over the contracted service provider. Statistical results were presented in figures and tables. The results showed the storage habits, frequency of collection, mode of transport and methods of disposal for solid waste in Polokwane City. The only method of disposal in the city was found to be landfilling. Activities that took place at the landfill site, such as reclaiming were outlined together with the economic values that these activities add to the City. The study also revealed that as population increases, the amount of solid waste generated also increased. / Environmental Sciences / M. Sc. (Environmental Management)

With increasing population comes the concern for waste disposal. The absence of sanitary disposal methods has left most city residents with open landfills as their only source of waste disposal. The resulting leachate formed from the decomposition of these waste materials is highly polluting and finds its way to the underground water supply. The study investigated the effects of open landfill sites on the underground water quality by examining the physical and chemical properties of underground water in hand-dug wells around the Solous landfill sites in Igando, Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos State. Solous landfill is the second largest landfill by landmass and volume of waste in Lagos State. Systematic random sampling was used for data gathering. Eighteen hand-dug wells were sampled at increasing distances from the landfill site. Physical, chemical and microbiological parameters were analysed at the Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA). Soil samples were also taken from both the A (0 – 30cm) and B (30 – 60cm) horizons of the water sampling points to determine the soil texture (silt, clay and loamy composition) and to show the impact of soil texture on ground water quality within the sampled area. The level of contamination of groundwater was also determined using the Contamination Index method. The results showed high degree of conformance with W.H.O standard with respect to the microbiological properties of the sampled groundwater. However, coliform tests indicated the potential presence of pathogens. Of the seven (7) physical parameters tested, conductivity was higher in one sample. The study of chemical properties from the eighteen wells showed five (5) parameters (dissolved oxygen, total alkalinity, iron, lead, nitrates and copper) above W.H.O limits in some samples. The water may therefore not be safe for human consumption and there is a serious need to monitor the groundwater quality in the area. The level of contamination of groundwater was also determined using the Contamination Index method. Areas of high and medium contamination were discovered. There was no area with low contamination level in the area sampled. Contamination levels were mapped to show the exact levels of contamination in the study area. The results of the soil analysis showed that the study area had soil that was mostly sandy in nature which may suggest an increase in parameters over time with significant health implications for the people who depend on surrounding wells for domestic use. The study also showed no significant variation in water quality with increasing distance from the dump site. Findings also indicated that the water around Solous 1 was of better quality for domestic use than groundwater around Solous 2 and 3 due to temporal reduction of contaminant concentration. There is therefore a need for adequate and proper planning, design and construction, and strategic management disposal of waste, as well as the implementation of a better sustainable environmental sanitation practice. / Environmental Sciences / M. Sc. (Environmental Science)

O presente trabalho foi desenvolvido para avaliar o potencial de utilização de um reator anaeróbico fabricado em PEAD Polietileno de Alta Densidade, produzido pelo processo de rotomoldagem em substituição aos reatores convencionais construídos em concreto e alvenaria, trabalhando em regime de batelada e enterrados no solo. Os estados de tensões e deformações foram avaliados utilizando o programa de Elementos Finitos ABAQUS versão 6.5 e a malha dos nós utilizando o programa MSC PATRAN 2005 formando 7329 nós e 2004 elementos, em uma malha otimizada para as regiões de maior curvatura (pontos concentradores de tensão). O carregamento é formado com uma pressão interna do biogás de 5 kPa acrescido da carga hidrostática de biomassa de 6000 kgf em uma fundação elástica calculada pela razão tensão/recalque a partir do Módulo de Elasticidade equivalente do solo (Esolo). Comparando o estado de tensões avaliado durante o carregamento foi possível constatar que a maior tensão obtida no elemento mais crítico para a utilização mais provável do reator atingiu o valor de 7,46 MPa (não supera 40% do menor valor de resistência à tração e ao cisalhamento do PEAD de 20 MPa) e a maior razão de deformação dR/R foi de 1.0%. O caso mais crítico avaliado foi quando o reator está enterrado, totalmente vazio, em solo com Esolo = 1,55 MPa e o material com EPEAD = 1550 MPa e com uma sobrecarga superficial no terreno de 20kN/m2 gerando uma tensão de 17,80 MPa no elemento 1955 (atingindo 89% do menor valor de resistência à tração e ao cisalhamento do PEAD igual a 20 MPa). Os resultados obtidos comprovam que o reator produzido em PEAD substitui com vantagens os modelos fabricados em concreto ou alvenaria, suportando a pressão interna do biogás e a carga de biomassa. / The present work was developed to evaluate the potential of uses of an anaerobic reactor manufactured in HDPE High Density Polyethylene produced by the rotomolding process in substitution to the conventional reactors built in stonemasonry, working in a batch regime and buried in the soil. The state of tensions and the deformations were assessed using the program of Finite Elements ABAQUS version 6.5 and the mesh of the knots using the program MSC PATRAN 2005 forming 7329 knots and 2004 elements, in an optimized mesh for the areas of larger curvature (tension concentrator points). The loading is formed with an internal pressure of the biogas of 5kPa added of biomass hydrostatic load of 6000 kg in an elastic foundation calculated by the ratio pressure/settling starting from the Module of equivalent Elasticity of the soil (Esolo). Comparing the state of tensions assessed during the loading was possible to verify that the largest tension obtained in the most critical element goes the most probable utilization of the reactor, reached the value of 7, 46 MPa (it doesn't surpass 40% of the smallest resistance value to the traction and to the shearing strain of HDPE of 20 MPa) and the largest ratio of dR/R deformation was of 1.0%. The most critical assessed case was when the reactor is buried in soil with Esolo = 1,55 MPa and material with EPEAD = 1550 MPa, totally empty and with a superficial overload in the land of 20kN/m2 generating a tension of 17,80 MPa in the element 1955 (reaching 89% of the smallest resistance value to the traction and the shearing strain of a 20 MPa HDPE). The obtained results confirmed that the reactor produced in HDPE substitutes with advantages the models manufactured in stonemasonry, supporting the internal biogas pressure and the biomass load.

O presente trabalho foi desenvolvido para avaliar o potencial de utilização de um reator anaeróbico fabricado em PEAD Polietileno de Alta Densidade, produzido pelo processo de rotomoldagem em substituição aos reatores convencionais construídos em concreto e alvenaria, trabalhando em regime de batelada e enterrados no solo. Os estados de tensões e deformações foram avaliados utilizando o programa de Elementos Finitos ABAQUS versão 6.5 e a malha dos nós utilizando o programa MSC PATRAN 2005 formando 7329 nós e 2004 elementos, em uma malha otimizada para as regiões de maior curvatura (pontos concentradores de tensão). O carregamento é formado com uma pressão interna do biogás de 5 kPa acrescido da carga hidrostática de biomassa de 6000 kgf em uma fundação elástica calculada pela razão tensão/recalque a partir do Módulo de Elasticidade equivalente do solo (Esolo). Comparando o estado de tensões avaliado durante o carregamento foi possível constatar que a maior tensão obtida no elemento mais crítico para a utilização mais provável do reator atingiu o valor de 7,46 MPa (não supera 40% do menor valor de resistência à tração e ao cisalhamento do PEAD de 20 MPa) e a maior razão de deformação dR/R foi de 1.0%. O caso mais crítico avaliado foi quando o reator está enterrado, totalmente vazio, em solo com Esolo = 1,55 MPa e o material com EPEAD = 1550 MPa e com uma sobrecarga superficial no terreno de 20kN/m2 gerando uma tensão de 17,80 MPa no elemento 1955 (atingindo 89% do menor valor de resistência à tração e ao cisalhamento do PEAD igual a 20 MPa). Os resultados obtidos comprovam que o reator produzido em PEAD substitui com vantagens os modelos fabricados em concreto ou alvenaria, suportando a pressão interna do biogás e a carga de biomassa. / The present work was developed to evaluate the potential of uses of an anaerobic reactor manufactured in HDPE High Density Polyethylene produced by the rotomolding process in substitution to the conventional reactors built in stonemasonry, working in a batch regime and buried in the soil. The state of tensions and the deformations were assessed using the program of Finite Elements ABAQUS version 6.5 and the mesh of the knots using the program MSC PATRAN 2005 forming 7329 knots and 2004 elements, in an optimized mesh for the areas of larger curvature (tension concentrator points). The loading is formed with an internal pressure of the biogas of 5kPa added of biomass hydrostatic load of 6000 kg in an elastic foundation calculated by the ratio pressure/settling starting from the Module of equivalent Elasticity of the soil (Esolo). Comparing the state of tensions assessed during the loading was possible to verify that the largest tension obtained in the most critical element goes the most probable utilization of the reactor, reached the value of 7, 46 MPa (it doesn't surpass 40% of the smallest resistance value to the traction and to the shearing strain of HDPE of 20 MPa) and the largest ratio of dR/R deformation was of 1.0%. The most critical assessed case was when the reactor is buried in soil with Esolo = 1,55 MPa and material with EPEAD = 1550 MPa, totally empty and with a superficial overload in the land of 20kN/m2 generating a tension of 17,80 MPa in the element 1955 (reaching 89% of the smallest resistance value to the traction and the shearing strain of a 20 MPa HDPE). The obtained results confirmed that the reactor produced in HDPE substitutes with advantages the models manufactured in stonemasonry, supporting the internal biogas pressure and the biomass load.

O principal objetivo deste trabalho foi estudar a aplicabilidade da tecnologia do piezocone na investigação geoambiental de solos tropicais a partir da realização de ensaios nas áreas onde se encontram o aterro de resíduos sólidos urbanos de Bauru e o antigo lixão de Ribeirão Preto, ambos no Estado de São Paulo. Dentro deste contexto, outros ensaios de campo e de laboratório foram analisados para um melhor entendimento do caminhamento da pluma de contaminação e dos próprios resultados dos ensaios com piezocone realizados nestas áreas de disposição de resíduos. A tecnologia do piezocone apresentou limitações quando empregada na área do antigo lixão de Ribeirão Preto, uma vez que o impenetrável do cone foi atingido antes do nível d’água, impossibilitando assim a identificação da posição deste, a estimativa da permeabilidade do solo e a coleta de amostras de água. Os ensaios de eletrorresistividade de superfície permitiram a detecção do formato e do sentido do caminhamento da pluma de contaminação e foram fundamentais para a orientação dos locais onde foram realizados os ensaios de piezocone e amostragem de solo e água nas duas áreas estudadas. Os resultados dos ensaios com o piezocone de resistividade (RCPTU) realizados no aterro de resíduos sólidos urbanos de Bauru mostraram que os valores de resistividade são fortemente afetados pelo grau de saturação, gênese, textura e tipo de argilo-mineral presente na fração fina do solo. Constatou-se que o ensaio RCPTU possibilitou identificar zonas com presença de poluentes, as quais foram confirmadas a partir da análise conjunta dos resultados dos ensaios de geofísica de superfície e das amostras de solo e água coletadas com os amostradores do sistema direct-push e dos poços de monitoramento. Este trabalho apresenta ainda resultados preliminares de ensaios de laboratório, que foram úteis para avaliar a capacidade de retenção do solo que ocorre no entorno do aterro de resíduos sólidos urbanos de Bauru para os metais Ni, Zn, Cd e Pb. Os resultados dos ensaios de adsorção em lote e de coluna indicam que a poluição no entorno deste aterro pode estar ocorrendo de forma lenta, destacando-se a importância da continuidade do monitoramento do aqüífero local. / The major purpose of this dissertation is to study the applicability of the piezocone technology for geoenvironmental site investigation of tropical soils. Two waste disposal sites were investigated: a deactivated dumpsite in Ribeirão Preto and a sanitary landfill in Bauru, in São Paulo State, Brazil. Other in situ and laboratory tests were carried out in these two areas for a better understanding of the leacheate plume and of the results gathered with piezocone tests. The piezocone technology presented limitations to investigate Ribeirão Preto site, since groundwater level is deeper than the impenetrable to the cone. For reason, it was impossible to estimate permeability and no water samples using the direct-push technology were obtained. Geophysical tests carried out at the two studied sites allowed to detect and delineate the shape of leachate plume. They were fundamental to guide and locate the piezocone tests, soil and water sampling and monitoring wells. The resistivity piezocone tests (RCPTU) carried out in Bauru site showed that the resistivity values are very affected by degree of saturation, genesis, fabric and clay mineral type. Geophysical tests results, soil and water samples collected by direct-push technology and by monitoring wells supported the interpretation of RCPTU tests. These tests were able to identify polluted zones. Preliminary laboratory tests were carried out to access retention of Ni, Zn, Cd and Pb by the soil from Bauru site. The results of leaching and batch equilibrium tests indicated that pollution around this site is taking place slowly, emphasizing the importance to continue monitoring groundwater.

O presente trabalho apresenta o desenvolvimento de metodologias baseadas no sistema de Análise por Injeção Seqüencial (SIA) para a determinação de fosfato e silicato, nitrito e nitrato, assim como a especiação de Fe(II) e Fe(III) em amostras de interesse ambiental, com ênfase para sistemas aquáticos. Para todas as determinações utilizou-se a espectrofotometria de absorção molecular na região do visível como técnica de detecção. A determinação de fosfato e silicato foi baseada na reação de ambos os ânions com molibdato de amônio em meio ácido e posterior redução do Mo(VI) à Mo(V) com ácido ascórbico. O procedimento SIA foi desenvolvido para contornar a interferência mútua das duas espécies explorando o efeito de complexação do molibdato pelo ácido oxálico. A determinação de nitrito foi baseada na reação de diazotação com sulfanilamida e diclorato de N-1 naftil etilenodiamina (NED), enquanto a determinação de Fe(II) baseou-se na sua complexação com 1,10 fenantrolina. A determinação de nitrato e Fe(III) foi efetuada pelas mesmas reações após a redução a nitrito e Fe(II) em colunas de cádmio e zinco amalgamado, respectivamente. A estabilidade das curvas analíticas foi avaliada em diferentes dias de trabalho, obtendo-se variações não superiores a 5% durante um período de 4 dias. O sistema de injeção seqüencial foi explorado também no sentido de regenerar as colunas redutoras no intervalo de tempo entre duas amostras. A estabilidade das curvas analíticas, a viabilidade de regeneração das colunas redutoras e a possibilidade de realizar a amostragem através de filtração tangencial, permitindo a realização de análises com características de tempo real, sugerem que o sistema de injeção seqüencial tem grande potencial para ser implementado em estações automáticas de monitoramento da fração solúvel de indicadores de poluição em águas naturais e residuais. / The present work presents the development of analytical methodologies based on Sequential Injection Analysis (SIA) for determination of phosphate and silicate, nitrite and nitrate, as well as speciation Fe(II)/Fe(III) in environmental samples with emphasis for aquatic environments. All determinations were performed using molecular absorption spectrophotometry at the visible range of the spectrum as the detection technique. The determination of phosphate and silicate was based on the reaction of both anions with ammonium molybdate in acidic medium, followed by reduction of Mo(VI) to Mo(V) with ascorbic acid. The SIA procedure was developed to avoid the mutual interference of both species exploiting the complexation of the molybdate by oxalic acid. The determination of nitrite was based on the diazotation reaction with sulfanilamide and N-l naphtyl ethylenediamine dihydrochlorine (NED), while the determination of Fe(II) were based on the complexation with 1,10 phenantroline. The determination of nitrate and Fe(III) were based on the same reactions, performed after their reduction to nitrite and Fe(II) in reducing columns containing cooperized cadmium and amalgamated zinc, respectively. The stability of the analytical curves was evaluated in different working days, in which no variations greater than 5% were observed during a period of 4 consecutive days. The sequential injection analysis was exploited to regenerate the reducing columns in the time interval between two sample. The stability of the analytical curves, the easy and automatic regeneration of the reducing columns, as well as the possibility to perform sampling through tangential filtration, which permits the analysis to be performed in real time, are characteristics that show the potential application of the sequential injection systems in automatic stations for monitoring the soluble fraction of pollution indicators in natural waste waters.