Diffraction of Solitary Waves
Publication: Journal of Waterway, Port, Coastal, and Ocean Engineering
Volume 110, Issue 2
Abstract
Diffraction of solitary waves by a semi‐infinite thin barrier is studied both theoretically and experimentally. A theoretical solution is developed based on the linear shallow water wave theory. The linear wave theory compares reasonably well with the experimental data in the vicinity of the barrier. Nonlinear and dispersive effects are not important in the region examined. The formation of a vortex behind the tip of the barrier is observed and is an important factor in estimating the wave amplitudes in the shadow zone.
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Journal of Waterway, Port, Coastal, and Ocean Engineering
Volume 110 • Issue 2 • May 1984
Pages: 201 - 214
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Copyright © 1984 ASCE.
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Published online: May 1, 1984
Published in print: May 1984
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