ASTM F2067 : 22

Standard Practice for Development and Use of Oil-Spill Trajectory Models

Standard Details

1.1 This practice describes the features and processes that should be included in an oil-spill trajectory and fate model.

1.2 This practice applies only to oil-spill models and does not consider the broader need for models in other fields. This practice considers only computer-based models, and not physical modeling of oil-spill processes.

1.3 This practice is applicable to all types of oil in oceans, lakes, and rivers under a variety of environmental and geographical conditions.

1.4 This practice applies primarily to two-dimensional models. Consideration is given to three-dimensional models for complex flow regimes.

1.5 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.

1.6 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International StandardDetails, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.