HYDRUS-1D model is a finite element model, which is used to simulate the one-dimensional motion of water, heat and multiple solutes in variable saturated media. The model solves Richards' saturated unsaturated water flow and Fickian based advection dispersion equations of heat and solute transport.
Elm is mainly used to develop and share a better understanding of biological, chemical and hydrological interactions in landscape mosaic ecosystems. In the field of ecology, models can help organize or integrate our understanding of system ecology. This understanding can be applied to assess the relative benefits of simulation scenarios that will change in the future.