Waves and their effects on pile-supported structures

Title

Waves and their effects on pile-supported structures

 Author

Wiegel, R.L. (University of Calfornia)

Date

1969-03-24

 Abstract

Three methods of presenting wave data are discussed: the significant wave (including the "design wave" concept), the wave spectrum, and the directional spectra. Their use in calculating wave forces on pile supported structures is described, with a discussion of the relative usefulness of the linear versus the non-linear approach. The concept of virtual mass is described, and how this leads to a type of non-linearity which is of great importance in the reversing flow field associated with wave motions. Finally, a plea is made for more wave data in order that adequate wave climates can be obtained for use by the design engineer, by the constructor, and by the operator.

 Subject

wave
spectra
wave observations
offshore structures

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Conference proceedings

 Document type

conference paper

 Rights

(c) 1969 Wiegel, R.L.
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