Irregular Wave Runup on Smooth Slopes.

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Abstract:

The results of several laboratory studies have been used to develop a method to estimate the wave runup and rundown on plane, smooth slopes caused by irregular wave action. Curves and equations are presented which can be used to compute the 2-percent runup, significant runup, mean runup, and approximate lower limit of rundown. A procedure is suggested for adapting the smooth-slope results to wave runup on rough and porous slopes. Example problems illustrate the use of the material presented. Author

Author(s):
Ahrens, John P.
Author Organization(s):
COASTAL ENGINEERING RESEARCH CENTER FORT BELVOIR VA
Descriptive Note:
Coastal engineering technical aid rept.,
Pagination:
0027

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
CERC-CETA-81-17
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_4.6_Engineering; JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_6.3.3_Spectrum Management; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_6.3_Net Management
Modernization Areas:
Fully Networked C3
Communities of Interest:
Air Platforms
Descriptor(s):
*Ocean waves, Slope, Interactions, Water flow, Runoff, Estimates, Roughness, Porous materials
Field(s)/Group(s):
Physical and Dynamic Oceanography
Keyword(s):
*Wave runup, Irregular waves, LPN DA D31229
Report Date:
1981 Dec 01