Benchmarking database for Delft3D

This report describes the progress made of the short term morphology project with the collaborative research agreement between WL | Delft Hydraulics and RIKZ (VOP) concerning the Delft3D Testbank. This report focuses on the structural improvements made to the Delft3D testbank (adding cases, improving pre- and post-processing tools). Besides of that a description of the included datasets, processing tools and how to use the testbank is provided. The testbanks primary purpose is to facilitate testing and validation activities using the Delft3D model. It provides ready made input files, pre- and postprocessing facilities which can consistently be applied for all (or a selection) of the available test cases. The testbank is designed for experienced modellers developing and improving Delft3D. To ensure flexibility, low level matlab scripts are available which require a basic understanding of Matlab. Furthemore no precautions have been with respect to applying unrealistic model settings. Although the testbank is primarily designed for internal use at WL | Delft Hydraulics, external users can use the testbank freely. The testbank has an open structure which allows for an easy extension of the datasets or modification of data or input files. The testbank could even be used in combination with other models. However, this requires a modification of the pre- and postprocessing scripts. This report provides a comprehensive description of the structure of the testbank, datasets, and pre- and postprocessing facilities. It is highly recommended to read this report in conjunction with the testbank itself installed.