A Three Dimensional Sea Facility of Deep and Shallow Water Waves

Hans Falk Burcharth, Søren R. K. Nielsen, Kjeld Schaarup-Jensen

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Abstract

The paper describes a low -cost wave tank for the testing of structures in short crested seas and current. The paddle system is of the snake type and used for the generation of both deep and shallow water waves. The quality of the waves and scale problems related to small scale tests are discussed.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication5th International Offshore Mechanics and Arctic Engineering (OMAE)
PublisherOffshore Mechanics and Arctic Engineering (OMAE)
Publication date1986
Edition5
Pages72-79
Publication statusPublished - 1986

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