Ontology
Purpose:
To provide a comprehensive framework for understanding and analyzing the multifaceted roles of dams within civil infrastructure systems, including flood management, water supply, and energy generation.
Scope:
Covers the structural, environmental, and social aspects of dam construction and operation, emphasizing sustainable practices and the balance between human needs and ecological preservation.
Intended Users:
Civil engineers, environmental scientists, policymakers, and urban planners involved in the design, construction, operation, and evaluation of dam projects.
Intended Use:
To guide the development, maintenance, and improvement of dam infrastructure, ensuring it meets current and future demands while minimizing negative environmental impacts.
Class Hierarchy:
Figure 1: Class hierarchy of the dam ontology.
OWLWiz and OntoGraf:
Figure 2: OWLWiz graph of the dam ontology.
Figure 3: OntoGraf graph of the dam ontology.
Parametric Model
Purpose:
To simulate and optimize the structural design of arch dams by adjusting key parameters affecting their performance and stability.
Parameters:
Width at the bottom and top of the dam, height, thickness to height ratio, radius, offset, and number of overflow holes.
High Performance Criteria:
The model focuses on optimizing the flow rate through overflow holes for effective water management and assessing the dam’s surface area to evaluate the structural response to water pressure.
Model: