The Transformation of a Solitary Wave over an Uneven Bottom,

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Abstract:

Based on a set of approximate equations for long waves over an uneven bottom, the transformation of a solitary wave climbing a slope is studied numerically and compared with available experiments. Results are also obtained for a solitary wave progressing over a slope onto a shelf. The development of a train of solitary waves on the shelf is found and interpreted physically. Supporting experimental evidence is also given. Author

Author(s):
Madsen, Ole S. ; Mei, Chiang C.
Author Organization(s):
MASSACHUSETTS INST OF TECH CAMBRIDGE HYDRODYNAMICS LAB
Pagination:
0034

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

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Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Contract/Grant Number(s):
Nonr-1841(59)
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Communities of Interest:
No COI(s) Identified
Descriptor(s):
*Water waves, Numerical analysis, Ocean bottom, Continental shelves, Models, Hydrodynamics
Field(s)/Group(s):
Physical and Dynamic Oceanography, Fluid Mechanics
Keyword(s):
Solitary waves
Report Date:
1970 Jan 01