Tag: sediment dynamics
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Building a Floating Living Laboratory on Lake Decatur
Introduction: A New Living Laboratory on Lake Decatur After more than a year of planning, a dedicated research team is launching a new phase of study focused on floating wetlands. Two compact, self-contained “islands” built from steel frames and natural coir logs will ride the surface of Lake Decatur. These living laboratories are designed to…
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Building a Living Laboratory: Floating Wetlands on Lake Decatur
Introduction: A New Phase in Lake Research After more than a year of planning, our team is launching a pivotal phase of field research on Lake Decatur. We have designed and built two small floating wetlands, or living laboratories, that will drift on the lake’s surface. These rafts are more than static installations; they are…