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OpenDrift plastic waste in Thanh Hoa
Figure 1. Study area
Figure 2. Modeling plastic waste transport and accumulation
is estimated using the leeway drift formula, as described debris, a coefficient of 2 – 3% is commonly applied,
in previous studies. Typically, the wind drift coefficient resulting in stronger drift during high wind conditions.
ranges from 1% to 6% of the wind speed, depending on This module is essential for accurately capturing the role
the object’s buoyancy, shape, and exposure. For plastic of wind in the dispersion of plastic waste, particularly in
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