Science and engineering of freak waves /
"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 mo...
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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Amsterdam ; Cambridge, MA :
Elsevier,
[2024]
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| Online Access: | Connect to the full text of this electronic book |
| Summary: | "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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| Physical Description: | 1 online resource (xv, 224 pages) : illustrations |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| ISBN: | 9780323972154 0323972152 |