Model:MARSSIM V4

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MARSSIM V4


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Also known as MARSSIM
Model type Single
Model part of larger framework
Note on status model
Date note status model
Incorporated models or components:
Spatial dimensions 3D
Spatial extent Continental, Regional-Scale, Landscape-Scale, Watershed-Scale, Reach-Scale
Model domain Terrestrial, Hydrology, Planetary landforms
One-line model description MARSSIM terrestrial and planetary Landform Evolution Model
Extended model description MARSSIM is a grid based, iterative framework that incorporates selectable modules, including: 1) flow routing, optionally including event-driven flow and evaporation from lakes in depression as a function of relative aridity (Matsubara et al., 2011). Runoff can be spatially uniform or variably distributed. Stream channel morphology (width and depth) is parameterized as a function of effective discharge; 2) bedrock weathering, following Equation 1; 3) spatially variable bedrock resistance to weathering and fluvial erosion, including 3-D stratigraphy and surficial coherent crusts; 4) erosion of bedrock channels using either a stream power relationship (Howard, 1994) or sediment load scour (Sklar and Dietrich, 2004; Chatanantavet and Parker, 2009); 5) sediment routing in alluvial channels including suspended/wash load and a single size of bedload. An optional sediment transport model simulates transport of multiple grain sizes of bedload with sorting and abrasion (Howard et al., 2016); 6) geometric impact cratering modeling optionally using a database of martian fresh crater morphology; 7) vapor sublimation from or condensation on the land surface, with options for rate control by the interaction between incident radiation, reflected light, and local topography; 8) mass wasting utilizing either the Howard (1994) or the Roering et al. (1999, 2001a) rate law. Bedrock can be optionally weathered and mass wasted assuming a critical slope angle steeper than the critical gradient for regolith-mantled slopes. Mass wasted debris is instantaneously routed across exposed bedrock, and the debris flux can be specified to erode the bedrock; 9) groundwater flow using the assumption of hydrostatic pressures and shallow flow relative to cell dimensions. Both recharge and seepage to the surface are modeled. Seepage discharge can be modeled to transport sediment (seepage erosion) or to weather exposed bedrock (groundwater sapping); 10) deep-seated mass flows using either Glen's law or Bingham rheology using a hydrostatic stress assumption; 11) eolian deposition and erosion in which the rate is determined by local topography; 12) lava flow and deposition from one or multiple vents. These model components vary in degree to which they are based on established theory or utilize heuristic
Keywords:

Landform evolution model,

Name Alan Howard
Type of contact Model developer
Institute / Organization Planetary Science Institute
Postal address 1 1700 East Fort Lowell, Suite 106
Postal address 2
Town / City Tucson
Postal code 85719
State Arizona
Country United States
Email address ah6p@virginia.edu
Phone 434-981-2035
Fax


Supported platforms
Unix, Mac OS, Windows
Other platform
Programming language

Fortran90

Other program language
Code optimized Single Processor
Multiple processors implemented
Nr of distributed processors
Nr of shared processors
Start year development 1991
Does model development still take place? Yes
If above answer is no, provide end year model development
Code development status Active
When did you indicate the 'code development status'? 2021
Model availability As code
Source code availability
(Or provide future intension)
Through CSDMS repository
Source web address
Source csdms web address https://github.com/csdms-contrib/marssim-v4
Program license type GPL v3
Program license type other
Memory requirements depends upon simulated domain
Typical run time hours to days


Describe input parameters Multiple parameter files, initial conditions matrices
Input format ASCII
Other input format
Describe output parameters ultiple state variables and summary data
Output format ASCII, Binary
Other output format
Pre-processing software needed? Yes
Describe pre-processing software Preparation if input files, particularly initial elevation matrix.
Post-processing software needed? Yes
Describe post-processing software As needed to process data. Some data in "Photoshop Raw" format
Visualization software needed? Yes
If above answer is yes
Other visualization software Some data in "Photoshop Raw" format


Describe processes represented by the model MARSSIM is a grid based, iterative framework that incorporates selectable modules, including: 1) flow routing, optionally including event-driven flow and evaporation from lakes in depression as a function of relative aridity (Matsubara et al., 2011). Runoff can be spatially uniform or variably distributed. Stream channel morphology (width and depth) is parameterized as a function of effective discharge; 2) bedrock weathering, following Equation 1; 3) spatially variable bedrock resistance to weathering and fluvial erosion, including 3-D stratigraphy and surficial coherent crusts; 4) erosion of bedrock channels using either a stream power relationship (Howard, 1994) or sediment load scour (Sklar and Dietrich, 2004; Chatanantavet and Parker, 2009); 5) sediment routing in alluvial channels including suspended/wash load and a single size of bedload. An optional sediment transport model simulates transport of multiple grain sizes of bedload with sorting and abrasion (Howard et al., 2016); 6) geometric impact cratering modeling optionally using a database of martian fresh crater morphology; 7) vapor sublimation from or condensation on the land surface, with options for rate control by the interaction between incident radiation, reflected light, and local topography; 8) mass wasting utilizing either the Howard (1994) or the Roering et al. (1999, 2001a) rate law. Bedrock can be optionally weathered and mass wasted assuming a critical slope angle steeper than the critical gradient for regolith-mantled slopes. Mass wasted debris is instantaneously routed across exposed bedrock, and the debris flux can be specified to erode the bedrock; 9) groundwater flow using the assumption of hydrostatic pressures and shallow flow relative to cell dimensions. Both recharge and seepage to the surface are modeled. Seepage discharge can be modeled to transport sediment (seepage erosion) or to weather exposed bedrock (groundwater sapping); 10) deep-seated mass flows using either Glen's law or Bingham rheology using a hydrostatic stress assumption; 11) eolian deposition and erosion in which the rate is determined by local topography; 12) lava flow and deposition from one or multiple vents. These model components vary in degree to which they are based on established theory or utilize heuristic
Describe key physical parameters and equations See documentation and published papers using MARSSIM
Describe length scale and resolution constraints None except elapsed time and memory limits.
Describe time scale and resolution constraints None except elapsed time and memory limits.
Describe any numerical limitations and issues Maximum timestep must be determined by trial.


Describe available calibration data sets Default parameter and input files will produce steady state landscape with stream power erosion and mass wasting
Upload calibration data sets if available:
Describe available test data sets None at present - forthcoming
Upload test data sets if available:
Describe ideal data for testing None


Do you have current or future plans for collaborating with other researchers? Collaborators welcome.
Is there a manual available? Yes
Upload manual if available: Media:Marssim v4 documentation.pdf ‎
Model website if any
Model forum / discussion board
Comments


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OpenMI compliant No but possible
BMI compliant No but possible
WMT component No but possible
PyMT component No but possible
Is this a data component No
Can be coupled with:
Model info
Nr. of publications: 2
Total citations: 1139
h-index: 2
m-quotient: 0.06

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Introduction

MARSSIM V4 is a Landform Evolution Model targeting both terrestrial and planetary landscape evolution. It is primarily intended for regional-scale landscapes involving multiple processes acting through time, potentially involving events such as impact cratering or base-level changes. The program is written in Fortran and involves multiple process modules. A Python-based GUI is included with the model, primarily intended for editing parameter files and providing detailed information about parameters and model usage.

History

References




Nr. of publications: 2
Total citations: 1139
h-index: 2
m-quotient: 0.06



Featured publication(s)YearModel describedType of ReferenceCitations
Howard, Alan D.; 1994. A detachment-limited model of drainage basin evolution. Water Resources Research, 30, 2261–2285. 10.1029/94WR00757
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1994 MARSSIM
MARSSIM V4
Model overview 1131
Howard, Alan D.; 2007. Simulating the development of Martian highland landscapes through the interaction of impact cratering, fluvial erosion, and variable hydrologic forcing. Geomorphology, 91, 332–363. 10.1016/j.geomorph.2007.04.017
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2007 MARSSIM
MARSSIM V4
Related theory 145
Howard, Alan D.; Tierney, Heather E.; 2012. Taking the measure of a landscape: Comparing a simulated and natural landscape in the Virginia Coastal Plain. Geomorphology, 137, 27–40. 10.1016/j.geomorph.2010.09.031
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2012 MARSSIM V4
Model application 8
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