Regular biography
Prof. Dr. phil. Nils Rüther is affiliated with the Technical University of Munich, Department of Civil Engineering. His research focuses on hydraulic and water resources engineering, including hydraulic engineering technologies, water management, water power, flood prevention, flow morphology, and environmental hydraulics. He leads the Chair of Water Construction at the university. His profile page provides contact details and information about his laboratory and associated facilities.
Scholar-generated biography
Nils Rüther is a Professor in Hydraulic Engineering at TUM, specializing in sediment transport, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), hydro power, river engineering, and geomorphology. His research focuses on understanding sediment dynamics in river systems, including meandering channels, channel bends, and reservoirs. He employs advanced CFD modeling to study sediment transport mechanisms, such as bed armoring, local scouring, and non-uniform sediment movement. His work also explores the application of acoustic Doppler current profiler (ADCP) and LISST instruments for suspended sediment concentration measurements. Additionally, he investigates the environmental impacts of hydro power operations and the effects of ship-induced waves on littoral zones. His research contributes to improving sediment management, river morphology, and sustainable hydropower practices.