The wave run-up simulator: Idea, necessity, theoretical background and design

The idea of the Wave Run-up Simulator is based on the experiences with the Wave Overtopping Simulator. It is possible to simulate wave tongues overtopping a dike crest in reality. It must also be possible to simulate waves in the run-up and run-down zone of the seaward slope. This is the zone after waves have broken and when they rush-up the...

Technical report wave run-up and wave overtopping at dikes

This report is from Dutch origin and is a translation into English. In the Netherlands it is used as a guideline for safety assessment and design of dikes. Assessment of the required dike heights for wave run-up and wave overtopping is important in the Netherlands and has a long history. Some parts of this report, therefore, refer tot typical...