WAVES AND THEIR EFFECTS ON PILE-SUPPORTED STRUCTURES.
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. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 1969
- Accession Number
- AD0693263
Entities
People
- R. L. Wiegel
Organizations
- University of California, Berkeley