The seafloor's uneven terrain induces turbulence, significantly affecting the hydrodynamic performance and wake dynamics of horizontal-axis tidal turbines (HATTs). A numerical method (LBM-LES) was developed by coupling the lattice Boltzmann method (LBM) with large eddy simulation (LES) to analyze HATT hydrodynamics. The method's validity was verified by comparing numerical simulations with experimental data. A detailed analysis was then conducted on the flow field and hydrodynamic performance of HATTs installed on terrains of varying elevations. The results reveal that the power coefficient (Cp) and thrust coefficient (Ct) increase exponentially with linearly increasing terrain elevation, ranging from 10.2% to 58% and 6.2% to 35.3%, respectively. Moreover, larger terrain features lead to more uneven pressure distribution on the blade surface and greater fluctuations in power and load. Higher terrains also exert a more extensive and pronounced influence on the flow field, inducing shear flow upstream and forming a recirculation region downstream. The velocity in the upper flow field increases both upstream and downstream, whereas the lower region experiences a significant decrease. The wake flow's velocity recovery rate is faster in the presence of terrain. Additionally, terrain-induced turbulence increases vortex formation, alters the helical structure of tip vortices, and causes wake meandering, which intensifies with increasing terrain size.

Karst groundwater plays important roles as a water supply and in sustaining the biodiversity and ecosystems of the eastern Qinghai–Xizang Plateau. Owing to the stratigraphic structure, high tectonic activity, and changeable climate of the region, the recharge source, runoff path, and dynamic characteristics of karst groundwater are highly complex, which poses challenges with regard to the protection of water resources and ecology. This study identified the origin and flow processes of karst groundwater in the glacial lake area of the Jinsha River fault zone using satellite remote sensing, hydrochemical and isotope analyses, and flow measurements. Results showed that active faults control the distribution of glacial lakes and the recharge, runoff, and discharge of karst groundwater. Glacial lake water is an important source of karst groundwater in the Jinsha River fault zone area. Specifically, glacial lake water continuously recharges the karst system via faults, fractures, and karst conduits, thereby maintaining the relative stability of karst spring flows. Through hierarchical cluster analysis, two main runoff conduits of karst water were distinguished: one along the Dingqu Fault and the other along the Eastern Zhairulong Fault, which together account for 59% of the total regional karst groundwater flow. The elevation difference between the recharge and discharge areas of the main karst springs is > 1000 m. Groundwater runoff is fast and residence time in the aquifer is short. The dissolution of calcite and dolomite mainly occurs during transit through the groundwater system, and cation exchange is weak. Therefore, the regional karst springs are predominantly HCO₃−Ca·Mg type. To protect regional karst water resources and ecology, the monitoring and protection of glacial lakes should be strengthened.