Ocean Waves

The Stochastic Approach

Michel K. Ochi (University of Florida)

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English

Cambridge University Press
01 June 1998

Geology & the lithosphere; Ship design & naval architecture

Series: Cambridge Ocean Technology Series

This book describes the stochastic method for ocean wave analysis. This method provides a route to predicting the characteristics of random ocean waves - information vital for the design and safe operation of ships and ocean structures. Assuming a basic knowledge of probability theory, the book begins with a chapter describing the essential elements of wind-generated random seas from the stochastic point of view. The following three chapters introduce spectral analysis techniques, probabilistic predictions of wave amplitudes, wave height and periodicity. A further four chapters discuss sea severity, extreme sea state, the directional wave energy spreading in random seas and special wave events such as wave breaking and group phenomena. Finally the stochastic properties of non-Gaussian waves are presented. Useful appendices and an extensive reference list are included. Examples of practical applications of the theories presented can be found throughout the text. This book will be suitable as a text for graduate students of naval, ocean and coastal engineering. It will also serve as a useful reference for research scientists and engineers working in this field.

By: Michel K. Ochi (University of Florida)
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Volume: 6
Dimensions: Height: 236mm, Width: 157mm, Spine: 23mm
Weight: 670g
ISBN: 9780521563789
ISBN 10: 052156378X
Series: Cambridge Ocean Technology Series
Pages: 332
Publication Date: 01 June 1998
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for Ocean Waves: The Stochastic Approach

'The book gives a good introduction to stochastic and probabilistic analysis of random ocean waves and contains examples of practical applications to the design and safe operation of ships and ocean structures.' L. Debnath, Zentralblatt MATH