Science and Engineering of Freak Waves

Science and Engineering of Freak Waves provides a comprehensive overview of extreme ocean waves for scientific and engineering applications, covering theory, modeling, and applications to engineering designs.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 01 August 2023
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division

Science and Engineering of Freak Waves offers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary perspective on extreme ocean waves, catering to both scientific and engineering endeavors. Through its chapters, readers delve into the fundamental theory of extreme waves, exploring their definitions, historical observations, and implications for coastal structures and prediction methods. The book's authors then introduce the theory and modeling of extreme waves occurring in diverse scenarios, providing valuable insights into their characteristics and behavior. The final sections showcase real-world applications of extreme wave research results in various engineering designs, highlighting their significance in offshore structures and shipping. This authoritative text serves as a vital resource for physical oceanographers seeking to enhance their understanding of prediction models and the historical backdrop of freak/rogue waves. Additionally, engineers seeking to gain a deeper understanding of preparedness and the implications of extreme waves for offshore structures and shipping will find this book indispensable.

Dimension: 234 x 191 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323917360