Journal of Fluid Mechanics

Table of Contents - 1960 - Volume 7, Issue02  


A presentation of cnoidal wave theory for practical application

R. L.  Wiegel a1
a1 Department of Engineering, University of California, Berkeley

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Abstract

Cnoidal wave theory is appropriate to periodic waves progressing in water whose depth is less than about one-tenth the wavelength. The leading results of existing theories are modified and given in a more practical form, and the graphs necessary to their use by engineers are presented. As well as results for the wave celerity and shape, expressions and graphs for the water particle velocity and local acceleration fields are given. A few comparisons between theory and laboratory measurements are included.

(Published Online March 28 2006)
(Received May 2 1959)


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