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...al exercise in the [http://www.aquaveo.com/software/sms-learning-tutorials SMS Tutorials] document: [[SMS:Quick Tour - Profiles| '''< Previous''']] | [[SMS:Quick Tour - Data Calculator| ''' Next >''']]

[[SMS:Support_Knowledge Base|Return to the Main Q&A Page]] ...3.3.3. The problem seems to be that the model doesn't work with transient models.

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...SMS:GenCade|GenCade]], [[SMS:SRH-2D|SRH-2D]], [[SMS:STWAVE|STWAVE]], and [[SMS:TUFLOW|TUFLOW]]. ====Introduction to SMS====

[[SMS:Support_Knowledge Base|Return to the Main Q&A Page]] ...s|tutorials]] are a good place to start learning to use SMS and associated models. A tutorial is available for PTM.

...ent and evolution of the tools in SMS. The USACE models with interfaces in SMS include: [[Image:SMS USACE Quick.jpg]]

{{SMS Deprecated Feature}} M2D support in the SMS interface ended with SMS version 9.2. This was because M2D became the hydrodynamic/sediment transpo

Select one of the models below to learn the location where simulation files are saved. * [[SMS:FESWMS#Saving FESWMS|FESWMS]]

There are two main methods for building models in SMS, the direct approach and the conceptual modeling approach. ...plexity of the project grows, this approach is only suited for very simple models.

[[Image:SMS ConversionQuick.jpg]] ...ur - Feature Stamping| '''< Previous''']] | [[SMS:Quick Tour - USACE-WES Models| ''' Next >''']]

...g an elemental solution order that permits the most efficient operation of models using the mesh. * The TABS models are built to expire after a set date. The latest version can be downloaded

[[SMS:SMS|SMS]] is organized into modules. Each module is associated with a particular o ...ncludes tools for editing model parameters for Cartesian Finite Difference models.

* [[SMS:Support - FAQ|Support - FAQ]] * [[SMS:Q&A General Post-Processing Data Questions 1|Q&A General Post-Processing Da

...y classify activity. The coverage can use all of the standard Map module [[SMS:Interface Components|interface components]]. ...overage, polygons can be created by creating enclosed arcs and using the [[SMS:Map_Feature_Objects_Menu#General_Commands|''Feature Objects'' | '''Build Po

{{SMS Deprecated Feature}} ...ssues found in the FESWMS numerical model. Aquaveo can fix problems in the SMS interface, used for pre and post processing of FESWMS files.

The follow features are obsolete in the current release version of SMS. * [[SMS:2D Mesh Options Dialog|2D Mesh Options Dialog]]

{{SMS Deprecated Feature}} | imageright = [[Image:SMS.png|52px]]

...dialog is used to set the attributes for a refine point represented by a [[SMS:Feature Objects Types|feature point]] in a Cartesian grid model coverage. R ...Refine points are not available for all models, since some Cartesian grid models require uniform cell sizes. When the refining is performed, the base size m

.... The TABS (RMA2) interface exists in the [[SMS:Mesh Module|Mesh module]]. SMS can visualize and create RMA2 projects, easily modify project parameters, a Below are links describing the SMS interface that interacts with the RMA2 model.

{{SMS Deprecated Feature}} ...assigned as a flux ([[SMS:FESWMS|FST2DH]]) or geometric continuity (GC) ([[SMS:RMA2|RMA2]]) string.

...ng from one module to another, the available [[SMS:SMS Menus|menus]] and [[SMS:Toolbars|tools]] change. Inside the modules, a numeric model can be associa ...hange when switching [[SMS:Modules|modules]] or [[SMS:SMS Models|numerical models]]. The main components include:

...two-dimensional finite element or finite difference model can be run using SMS as the pre- and post-processor. ...model parameters, boundary conditions and spatial (material) properties. SMS saves these definitions for use in specific modeling applications.

The dynamic tools in SMS creates unique menus for most of the models. The commands in these menus can be accessed using the ''ALT'' key. ==Generic Models==

Files used in SMS can be grouped into the following categories: ...MS:Native SMS Files|Native SMS Files]]''' &ndash; Non-model specific files SMS can read and write

...significant amount of data required for a simulation for all the different models, it is often easy to neglect important data or to define inconsistent or in ...the problem. If following the steps does not resolve the issue, contact [[SMS:Support|technical support]].

Starting with GMS version 10.4, transport models can be used with MODFLOW-USG. ...uilding a MODFLOW-USG Transport model is similar to building other MODFLOW models in GMS.

|title=SMS User Manual 11.2, Volume 4 == SMS User Manual 11.2, Volume 4 ==

{{SMS Deprecated Feature}} Starting in SMS 12.0, the module interface has been incorporated into the [[SMS:GIS Module|GIS module]].

...e function is a multiple that guides the size of elements to be created in SMS. ...determines the element size based off of a dataset that will be created by SMS. Each point is assigned a size value. This size value is the approximate si

{{SMS Deprecated Feature}} ...ludes interfaces for setting up individual simulations using each of these models.

...dialog is used to set the attributes for a refine point represented by a [[SMS:Feature Objects Types|feature point]] in a GenCade model coverage. The dial ...the refined point. Selecting the '''Options''' button will bring up the [[SMS:Wave Gages|''Wage Gages'']] dialog.

{{Version SMS 13.3}} The following new features have been added to SMS 13.3:

== Models == ...his utility as needed before running other components of the system. See [[SMS:GFGEN|GFGEN]] for more information.

...hydraulic model. Much of the information for developing [[SMS:SMS Models|models]] with these tools is described in the information on 1D Hyd Centerline and Currently the only major model supported is [[SMS:HEC-RAS|HEC-RAS]].

* SMS User Manual 12.3 The information in this wiki applies to the current version of SMS. For older versions, refer to the help shipped with the program or the PDF

...following table contains a list of available data sources for 2D hydraulic models. |+ Data Sources for 2D Hydraulic Models

...ntained by government or commercial entities rather than the developers of SMS. A comparison chart of the ''CIRP Numerical Model Tools and Capabilities'' ==Hydraulic Models==

{{SMS Deprecated Feature}} '''Q:''' Can you load *.sdf files created in HEC-RAS into SMS to view the data results?

...oss sections in the database can be used for the development of hydraulic models such as HEC-RAS or TUFLOW. ...for general use (they will not immediately be used by supported hydraulic models).

SMS provides multiple options for importing files. There are three general meth ...en''' command in the ''File'' menu can be used to open most file types. If SMS doesn't recognize the file type or needs clarification on how to import the

The [[SMS:PTM|PTM]] wave input files contain the time-varying phase-averaged wave inf ASCII format wave input files are used when using [[SMS:STWAVE|STWAVE]] or [[SMS:CMS-Wave|CMS-Wave (WABED)]] results.

The SED-ZLJ sediment model is a sub-model of the [[SMS:EFDC Coverage|EFDC model]]. * [[SMS:Model Specific Coverages|Model Specific Coverages]]

...e data. For applying tidal constituents to an ADCIRC simulation, see the [[SMS:ADCIRC_Graphical_Interface#Tidal_Components|''Tidal Constituents'' dialog]] ...distributors. Complete the following steps to use the licensed datasets in SMS.

The following tools are contained in the [[SMS:Toolbars|Dynamic Tools]] portion of the tool palette when the Mesh module i ...condition to selected mesh nodes. This is only available for certain mesh models.

{{SMS Deprecated Feature}} ...ADCIRC|ADCIRC]] model. The [[SMS:ADCIRC|ADCIRC]] interface exists in the [[SMS:Mesh Module|2D Mesh Module]].

{{Template:Infobox SMS Map Module}} ...IS objects, it is possible to import data from GIS applications such as [[SMS:shapefiles|ESRI Shapefiles (Arc/Info or ArcView)]] and MIF/MID file pairs (

{{Version SMS 13.2}} The following new features have been added to SMS 13.2:

...ave and STWAVE, and are also used to view spectral output generated by the models in observation and nesting files. ...in spectral data from various locations defined in a nesting file. Within SMS, this spectral data is defined using a spectral coverage. Each point in thi

The following models are either obsolete or have not yet been released to the public. * [[SMS:1D River Conceptual Model|1D River Conceptual Model]]

...ate, and manipulate 2D unstructured grids (referred to as a mesh inside of SMS). ...ed with all [http://www.aquaveo.com/software/sms-pricing paid editions] of SMS.

[[Image:SMS Display Opts Mesh.png|thumb|450 px|''Display Options'' dialog showing ''2D ...onally, some options are only available for meshes associated with certain models. The available mesh display options include the following:

{{SMS Deprecated Feature}} ...and a harmonics file that uses an *.exe extractor to put information into SMS. In order to work with the ADCIRC Database, it's necessary to download the

This workflow includes specific workflows needed in creating a general [[SMS:PTM|PTM]] project. To build a PTM model in SMS, use the following:

{{SMS Deprecated Feature}} ...dging alternative. Multiple simulations can exist at the same time within SMS to allow for the evaluation of different alternatives.

{{SMS Deprecated Feature}} ...ting and debugging a GENESIS model. The GENESIS interface exists in the [[SMS:1D_Grid_Module|1-D Grid Module]].

...y other software in their native format. The files that can be imported to SMS are shown in the tables below. Each file type is identified by the file ext ...via the [[SMS:File_Import_Wizard|''File Import Wizard'']]. Refer to the [[SMS:File_Import_Wizard|File Import Wizard]] article for more information.

...ulics Laboratory (CHL) since 2006. It was build from a group of numerical models that have been under development since 2002. Information on the CIRP and pu The system is a coordinated system of major multidimensional numerical models integrated to simulate waves, currents, water level, sediment transport, a

...for fleet wind files, which are equivalent to NWS = 3 and NWS = 6 for PBL models. More information regarding the format for these files can be found [http: When opening a fleet wind file, SMS will bring up a dialog to prompt the user for information regarding file ty

|title=SMS User Manual 12.1, Volume 2 == SMS User Manual 12.1, Volume 2 ==

{{SMS Infobox Model | Models Section

The *.hot file format is actually the same as the [[SMS:ASCII Dataset Files *.dat|ASCII dataset Files (*.dat)]] but necessitates th |Sediment concentration (SMS currently does not support this)

...g blocks of cells in a curvilinear grid. Nodes store elevation and other [[SMS:Datasets|dataset]] values. Nodes can also be used for building nodestrings ==Models==

...onal documentation provided by the separate installations of the supported models (for example HEC-RAS and HEC-HMS). :''Note: Due to the nature of the wiki, older SMS User Manuals Table of Contents and those under development may have differe

...) and give a good reproduction of the boundary shapes. Most finite element models (e.g. Tsay and Liu 1983; Tsay et al. 1989; Kostense et al. 1988; Demirbilek ...prespecified. The matrix ''[A]'' is usually extremely large. In earlier models (e.g. Tsay and Liu 1983; Tsay et al. 1989; Chen, 1990; Chen and Houston, 19

{{Template:Infobox SMS Map Module}} ...o conceptual models. The type of the active coverage is displayed in the [[SMS:Object Info|information]] box displayed from the '''Get Info''' command.

.... The TABS (RMA4) interface exists in the [[SMS:Mesh Module|Mesh module]]. SMS can visualize and create RMA4 projects, easily modify project parameters, a ...t will make the 2D Mesh module active and set the model to RMA4. See the [[SMS:Mesh Module|Mesh Module]] documentation for guidance on building and editin

TABS models have attribute dialogs for both points and arcs. ...o set the attributes for a feature point / refine point represented by a [[SMS:Feature Objects Types|feature point]] in a 2D Mesh model coverage. Attribut

{{SMS Deprecated Feature}} ...the dataset to extract from in the ''Extract Boundary Condition'' dialog. SMS will break up the existing nodestring into segments and extract the water s

...not display correctly when run under Windows Vista. This has been fixed in SMS 10.0.</div> ...on, AutoCAD files are displayed in 3D rather than 2D background data as in SMS 9.2.</div>

{{SMS Infobox Model | Models Section

...f/ Earth System Modeling Framework (ESMF)] is used to couple the following models: * [[SMS:ADCIRC|ADCIRC]] &ndash; [[SMS:STWAVE|STWAVE]]

...two-dimensional finite element or finite difference model can be run using SMS as a pre- and post-processor. ...e added to a [http://www.aquaveo.com/software/sms-pricing paid edition] of SMS.

...was identified. These bugs could result in SMS projects being saved from SMS 13.1 which are missing data related to some coverages and/or simulations. ...ted, an error message appears for the users review. In addition, whenever SMS 13.1.11 or later saves a project, a check is made to ensure the validity of

{{SMS Deprecated Feature}} For models that distinguish between wet and dry cells (like [[SMS:CMS-Flow|CMS-Flow]]), the Laplacian interpolation will only be performed in

{{SMS Infobox Model | Models Section

...using the ''New Coverage'' dialog.. These coverages can be used with most models and simulations. * [[SMS:1D Hyd Centerline Coverage|1D Hyd Centerline Coverage]] &ndash; Used to ide

{{SMS Deprecated Feature}} ...diting and debugging a FESWMS model. The FESWMS interface exists in the [[SMS:Mesh Module|Mesh module]].

...grids which can be used for surface-water modeling. Currently there are no models that use this module. Two types of 3D grids are supported in SMS: cell centered and mesh centered. When computations are performed on a mesh

...n, which is available from the model developers, not the developers of the SMS software. * [[SMS:ASCII Dataset Files *.dat|ASCII Data (*.dat)]]

{{SMS Deprecated Feature}} For half-plane models, the boundary condition types are fixed and energy travels in the positive

|{{SMS Infobox Model | Models Section

{{SMS Deprecated Feature}} [[Category:Archived]] ...Hydraulic Model. Much of the information for developing [[SMS:SMS Models|models]] with these tools is described in the information on River Coverages in th

...px]] item and selecting '''New Coverage''' command followed by using the [[SMS:Coverages#Creating_a_New_Coverage|''New Coverage'']] dialog. * [[SMS:ADCIRC Coverages|ADCIRC]] &ndash; Used to build a conceptual model of an AD

''Display Options'' in SMS refers to the control of what entities are displayed, and how (color and st * Right-clicking on any module folder in the [[SMS:Project_Explorer|Project Explorer]] and selecting the '''Display Options'''

...r datasets and a list of vector datasets. Each of the following objects in SMS can have both scalar a vector datasets: *[[SMS:Scatter Module|Scattered Datasets]]

Historically, SMS and WMS have supported tools for creating and editing cross sections and at ...a single SMS project. All of the mesh generating options supported in the SMS may be used to generate/edit a grid for use in HEC-RAS 2D.

* [[SMS:Extract Features Tool|Extract Features]] tool for generating streams, bank * New [[SMS:Vector_Display_Options#Origin|"Relative to dataset"]] origin option for vie

{{SMS Infobox Model | Models Section

Starting in version 11.1, SMS has the capacity to run certain models as a simulation. We refer to this approach as simulation based modeling. A ...asets (values at each node). Does not support cell-centered datasets. Some models require this format including ADCIRC and AdH.

...ect Explorer]] and the [[SMS:Graphics Window|Graphics Window]] below the [[SMS:Static Tools|Static Tools]]. ...s necessary to first select objects before issuing many of the commands in SMS. For example, to delete a node, the node must be be selected and then the '

The following [[SMS:Project Explorer|Project Explorer]] right-click menus are available based o Right-clicking in the white space of the [[SMS:Project Explorer|Project Explorer]] invokes an options menu with the follow

...control file]], which contains general simulation options. Refer to the [[SMS:PTM#External Links|PTM manual]] for a more detailed description of how thes ...log is not enabled, the corresponding keyword will not be written to the [[SMS:PTM Control File|program control file]]. Controls on the dialog are disabl

...eration of unstructured grids (also called meshes). This effort has given models based on Cartesian grids (structured grids) a decided simplifying advantage ...esh coverage. When the '''Map &rarr; 2D Mesh''' command is selected, the [[SMS:2D Mesh Options Dialog|''2D Mesh Options'' dialog]] opens. A meshing polygo

...atabase file. However, extraction of cross sections from digital terrain models is not the only way that they can be created, nor is extraction always the ...rdinates of the points may not be known. In order to use the data within SMS for floodplain delineation, a proper geo-reference must be provided.

...e added to a [http://www.aquaveo.com/software/sms-pricing paid edition] of SMS. *[[SMS:AdH Simulations|AdH Simulations]]

Within SMS, set up nesting for STWAVE using a STWAVE parent grid or a WAM parent grid. ...ull or half plane grids but the parent and child grids must be consistent (SMS can't nest a half-plane STWAVE grid within a full-plane grid). Specify the

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