Prediction of Surf Zone Characteristics.

Abstract

This report presents the results of the development and testing of predictive models for computing surf zone characteristics from wave measurements made outside the surf zone. The surf zone characteristics predicted are average breaker height, maximum breaker height, average breaker position, maximum breaker position, breaker type, average longshore current and maximum longshore current. Preliminary field tests indicate breaker height prediction was within + or - 10% for wave heights of about 1 meter. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 04, 1981
Accession Number
ADA108759

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  • Gerald F. Mchugh
  • Joseph N. Suhayda

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  • Louisiana State University

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