The settling velocity for mud in suspension can be divided into four categories
· Constant settling velocity
· Flocculation
· Hindered settling
· Fluid mud
If constant settling velocity is chosen the value used under constant settling velocity will be applied.
If flocculation is chosen the choice of including hindered settling is offered as formulated by either Richardson and Zaki (1954) or Winterwerp (1999).
General Description
Data
Constant settling velocity
Flocculation
Hindered settling
Fluid mud
Modification of settling velocity due to salinity variation
Recommended values
Remarks and hints