Improved convergence and stability properties in a three-dimensional higher-order ice sheet model

We present a finite difference implementation of a three-dimensional higher-order ice sheet model. In comparison to a conventional centred difference discretisation it enhances both numerical stability and convergence. In order to achieve these benefits the discretisation of the governing force bala...

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Main Authors: J. J. Fürst, O. Rybak, H. Goelzer, B. De Smedt, P. de Groen, P. Huybrechts
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Copernicus Publications 2011-12-01
Series:Geoscientific Model Development
Online Access:http://www.geosci-model-dev.net/4/1133/2011/gmd-4-1133-2011.pdf