Experimental and Numerical Investigation of Flow–Structure Interactions in Hydraulic, Coastal, and Ocean Engineering
A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Sustainable Oceans".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 June 2026 | Viewed by 75
Special Issue Editors
Interests: fluid mechanics; bridge hydraulics; wave hydrodynamics; sediment scour; CFD modeling; flow field mechanism; computer-vision measurement; intelligent computation; AI for science/engineering; digital twin; flood hazard
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue focuses on advancing research into flow–structure interaction (FSI) phenomena in hydraulic, coastal, and ocean environments. The scope spans experimental, numerical, and hybrid methodologies to address challenges in fluid dynamics, structural resilience, and multiphysics modeling. Key topics include (1) wave–structure interactions, (2) sediment transport, (3) offshore/coastal infrastructure performance, and (4) extreme event impacts (e.g., storms, tsunamis). The purpose of this Special Issue is to foster interdisciplinary collaboration, bridge gaps between laboratory-scale experiments and field-scale simulations and promote sustainable engineering solutions for fluid-driven systems. While prior studies have often used experimental or numerical approaches individually, this Issue emphasizes their integration to enhance predictive accuracy and practical applicability. It contributes to the literature by addressing multiscale FSI complexities in real-world scenarios, particularly under climate change stressors. Contributions will supplement existing knowledge by introducing novel sustainability-driven frameworks, such as eco-friendly materials, energy-efficient designs, and adaptive coastal protection strategies. Aligned with global sustainability goals, this Issue prioritizes FSI research that quantifies environmental impacts, optimizes renewable energy systems (e.g., tidal turbines), and enhances climate resilience. By linking hydrodynamic analyses to socio-economic metrics—such as cost–benefit assessments of nature-based solutions or policy-guided coastal management—this Issue advances tools for measuring and monitoring sustainability. It also highlights regulatory and technological innovations to balance ecological preservation with infrastructural demands, supporting integrated approaches to sustainable development in aquatic environments.
Dr. Jinzhao Li
Dr. Yilin Yang
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- flow-structure interaction
- bridge hydraulics
- wave hydrodynamics
- flow field
- bridge scour
- soil mechanics
- CFD modeling
- numerical simulation
- flume experiment
- flow measurement
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