A systematic approach for characterizing waves in a model basin /

behavior of regular waves in a basin include wave linearity,

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Sarat, Andrew Charles
Format: Thesis eBook
Language:English
Published: [Place of publication not identified] : [publisher not identified] ; 1994.
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Online Access:Link to OAKTrust copy
Description
Summary:behavior of regular waves in a basin include wave linearity,
harbor model was used to simulate a large wave basin so that
identified as important factors to consider in characterizing
identified for the characterization of regular and random
identify and quantify the various nonlinearities associated
improving the performance of a wave basin. A rectangular
in the OTRC wave basin. Certain issues and parameters were
intensity, intensity of spreading, and damping were
large model basin. The objectives of the study were to both
longitudinal reflections, longitudinal and transverse natural
methodology to characterize regular and random waves in a
NUSIMR and NUSPEC for use in future research studies.
periods, and damping. Wave directionality, spectral
random waves. This study provided validation of the programs
the model, it was possible to identify the cross tank modes
the natural periods of oscillation could be estimated. Using
This research study focused upon the development of a general
wave field evolution, and to make recommendations on
waves. Important factors to consider in characterizing the
with wave generation, to obtain a better understanding of
Item Description:"Major subject: Civil Engineering".
Vita.
Physical Description:x, 117 leaves : illustrations ; 28 cm.
Also available online.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references.