Dynamics and Modelling of Ocean Waves

A comprehensive introduction and reference prepared by the world's leading ocean wave modellers.

G. J. Komen (Author), L. Cavaleri (Author), M. Donelan (Author), K. Hasselmann (Author), S. Hasselmann (Author), P. A. E. M. Janssen (Author)

9780521577816, Cambridge University Press

Paperback, published 15 August 1996

556 pages, 169 b/w illus. 16 tables
24.3 x 16.9 x 3.3 cm, 0.87 kg

'The book contains both detailed aspects for modelling specialists or engineers but also indispensable rudiments for students of physics, oceanography or meteorology or for users interested in knowing the achievements and possibilities of wave modelling …'. World Meteorological Organization Bulletin

Addresses both fundamental and applied aspects of ocean waves including the use of wave observations made from satellites. More specifically it describes the WAM model, its scientific basis, its actual implementation, and its many applications. This model has been developed by an international group (the Wave Modelling group), and is based on a detailed physical description of air/sea interactions. It is widely used for wave forecasting for meteorological and oceanographic purposes. The three sections of the volume describe the basic statistical theory and the relevant physical processes; the numerical model and its global and regional applications; and satellite observations, their interpretation and use in data assimilation. Written by leading experts, it is a comprehensive guide and reference for researchers and advanced students in physical oceanography, meteorology, fluid dynamics, coastal engineering and physics.

Preface
1. Basics
2. The physical description of wave evolution
3. Numerical modelling of wave evolution
4. Applications to wave hindcasting and forecasting
5. Global satellite wave measurements
6. Wave data assimilation and inverse modelling
7. Outlook
Members of the WAM Group
Contributors
References
Index.

Subject Areas: Oceanography [seas RBKC], Wave mechanics [vibration & acoustics PHDS]