Basic Wave Mechanics: For Coastal and Ocean Engineers

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Presents a discussion of the physical processes involved in ocean wave mechanics and the analytical bases of these processes at the level required by the marine engineer and scientist. Emphasis is placed on understanding wave characteristics and the basic techniques for wave analysis, rather than on derivation and manipulation of equations. Chapters discuss sea surface gravity waves, wind-generated waves, design wave determination, wave- structure interaction, long waves, and laboratory investigation of surface waves. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.

Book Description
Intended for coastal engineers and marine scientists who desire to develop a fundamental physical understanding of ocean waves and be able to apply this knowledge to ocean and coastal analysis and design. Provides an introduction to the physical processes of ocean wave mechanics, an understanding of the basic techniques for wave analysis, techniques for practical calculation and prediction of waves and applied wave forecasting.

The publisher, John Wiley & Sons
Intended for coastal engineers and marine scientists who desire to develop a fundamental physical understanding of ocean waves and be able to apply this knowledge to ocean and coastal analysis and design. Provides an introduction to the physical processes of ocean wave mechanics, an understanding of the basic techniques for wave analysis, techniques for practical calculation and prediction of waves and applied wave forecasting.


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Presents a discussion of the physical processes involved in ocean wave mechanics and the analytical bases of these processes at the level required by the marine engineer and scientist. Emphasis is placed on understanding wave characteristics and the basic techniques for wave analysis, rather than on derivation and manipulation of equations. Chapters discuss sea surface gravity waves, wind-generated waves, design wave determination, wave- structure interaction, long waves, and laboratory investigation of surface waves. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)


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