The GUNT Sediment Transport Trainer demonstrates the fundamentals of bed-load transport in open-channel flow using sand as sediment. The transparent, oval-shaped flow channel allows direct observation of ripple formation, scour, and siltation processes, helping visualize critical sediment dynamics in real-world hydraulic systems.
Product Features
- Used to study bed-load transport and sediment behavior in open channels
- Transparent oval flow channel for full visual access to sediment motion
- Integrated sediment-holding depression along one side of the channel
- Paddle wheel system on the opposite side generates flow for transport studies
- Flow straightener at the inlet ensures low-turbulence water entry
- Adjustable paddle speed to vary flow velocity and study its impact on sediment movement
- Capable of producing flow near the region of critical discharge (without sediment)
- Electric motor and belt drive positioned under a water-resistant base plate
- Includes three interchangeable pier models to simulate scour and siltation effects
- Demonstrates formation of ripples and fluvial obstacles like those near bridge piers
Benefits
- Visual demonstration of real sediment transport phenomena in lab settings
- Supports practical understanding of erosion, ripple formation, and scour mechanisms
- Flexible control of flow velocity for varied experimental scenarios
- Durable, sealed components suitable for continuous water circulation
- Essential for hydrology, hydraulic engineering, and environmental science education
Why Choose the GUNT Sediment Transport Trainer?
The GUNT Sediment Transport Trainer offers an intuitive and visual approach to studying sediment motion and bed-load transport in open channels. It combines a transparent, durable design with interchangeable pier models and flow control for meaningful experiments. Ideal for hydraulic labs focusing on sediment transport, bridge scour, and flow structure interaction.
