An Integrated Model of Storm-Generated Waves.
Abstract
A model which synthesizes large-, synoptic- and small-scale atmospheric motions is developed to investigate several attributes of coastal wave climates. A statistical treatment of storm frequencies over a set of tracks is combined with theoretical models for wave and surf generation. Results indicate highly significant secular and seasonal variations in large-scale circulation patterns. Associated with the large-scale changes are changes in storm frequency of 20% or more along some tracks. For three test sites along the east coast, such variations in storm activity are found to produce marked seasonal and secular changes in the wave-surge climate, primarily in extreme conditions. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 1973
- Accession Number
- AD0774915
Entities
People
- Bruce P. Hayden
- Donald T. Resio
Organizations
- University of Virginia