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FIGURE 19 Simulation of mean surface elevation induced FIGURE 21 Simulation of nearshore circulation currents induced
by morphological waves at Cala Azzurra by morphological waves at Cala Azzurra

FIGURE 20 Simulation of mean surface elevation induced FIGURE 22 Simulation of nearshore circulation currents induced
by morphological waves at Lido Burrone by morphological waves at Lido Burrone

4. In general, more intense coastal dynamics and investigated by means of measures, experimental and
hydrodynamic conditions were observed at Cala mathematical model studies, including the description
Azzurra compared to Lido Burrone. of coastal hydraulics and sediment dynamics.
The results are interesting not only for the purpose of
the project, but also because they can be considered as Acknowledgements
representative of the typical morphology and dynamics Hydrographic surveys and field activities were
of the pocket beaches, that is a key issue in coastal performed in cooperation with the Area Marina Protetta
sciences. Isole Egadi Management Authority. The contribution by
Further studies could be suggested in order to better Stefano Donati (director), Daniela Sammartano, Monica
investigate the possible causes for the evidences Russo, Giuseppe Cammareri and Alessandro Agate is
observed in field activities. In particular, assuming gratefully acknowledged. l
that the Posidonia oceanica coverage has undoubtedly Francesco Pasanisi, Carlo Tebano, Sergio Grauso
positive effects on sea bottom stability, its role could be ENEA, Sustainable Territorial and Production Systems Department

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