Science and Engineering of Freak Waves provides a holistic and interdisciplinary view of extreme ocean waves for both scientific and engineering applications. Readers will learn the fundamental theory of extreme waves and the implications they have on coastal structures and methods of prediction through chapters that review the definitions of extreme waves, their history and other important observations. After this, the book's authors describe the theory and modeling of extreme waves that occur in various situations. Final sections provide examples of the application of extreme wave research results to various engineering designs are presented.
This book provides a comprehensive overview of the current status of our understandings on freak/rogue waves, the science of extreme waves, prediction, and their engineering applications. As such, it is a must read for physical oceanographers looking for a better understanding of prediction models and the history of these waves, and engineers looking for more information on preparedness and implications for offshore structures and shipping.
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1. What is a rogue/freak wave? 2. History of extreme wave research in science and engineering 3. Measurements 1 4. Measurements 2 5. Mechanism 1: Nonlinear wave interactions 6. Mechanism 2: Crossing waves 7. Mechanism 3: Wave, current and bathymetry interactions 8. Prediction 1: Short-term prediction of extreme waves 9. Prediction 2: Long-term prediction of extreme waves 10. Application 1: Extreme waves; ships and offshore platforms 11. Application 2: Shipping and offshore industry 12. Application 3: Extreme waves and coastal structures 13. Application 4: Interdisciplinary impact Nomenclature
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Summary of mechanisms, modeling and engineering applications of extreme ocean and freak/rogue waves that bridges the gap between scientists and engineers
Presents the history of extreme wave research, including field observations, experiments, numerical modeling, data assimilation and theory
Includes numerous freak wave prediction systems and explains when and how they should be used
Showcases global case studies where prediction has or could have been used to increase preparedness
Provides sample codes so that readers can easily apply these methods to their own science
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Produktdetaljer
ISBN
9780323917360
Publisert
2023-10-27
Utgiver
Vendor
Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
Vekt
580 gr
Høyde
235 mm
Bredde
191 mm
Aldersnivå
P, 06
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
240