On Wind-Induced Underwater Ambient Noise.
Abstract
A study of the wind dependence of underwater ambient noise is presented. This study includes a general theory of noise generation, status of available theories, and some recent noise measurements. The general theory indicates that the stresses and the motion of sea-air boundary contribute as a major source of wind-induced noise, and that the boundary conditions play very important roles. Even though several theories have been developed in recent years to investigate specific mechanisms of wind-induced underwater noise, careful evaluations of the theories are suggested. The wind dependence of underwater ambient noise can be identified in the frequency range 1-500 Hz (and higher) from available data. Due to possible interferences of shipping noise, system noise, and flow turbulence near the hydrophone, additional field measurements are necessary to obtain quantitative assessments of wind-induced noise in the frequency range 1-100 Hz. Recommendations are given for future research work on wind-induced noise.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 1981
- Accession Number
- ADA101682
Entities
People
- Huon Li