Experimental Research in River and Hydraulic Engineering

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How do we protect ourselves from floods? How can rivers be designed in a natural way or hydropower plants optimized? At the Hydraulic Engineering, Hydrology and Glaciology Laboratory (VAW), researchers seek answers with impressive models and state-of-the-art measurement technology. The tour offers insights into the test hall: Discover how findings from the laboratory help make hydraulic engineering projects in Switzerland and worldwide safer, more sustainable, and more efficient. As part of the accompanying program for the exhibition «Models – Shaping Knowledge» at extract, this visit leads to a place where scientific models are still used in research and teaching today. The event takes place at the Hydraulic Engineering, Hydrology and Glaciology Laboratory (VAW), ETH Zurich, Building HIA, Hönggerbergring 26, 8093 Zurich (Location map) Register now