Incorporation of Surface Wave Effects into a Coastal Ocean Circulation Model
Abstract
Our long term goal is to improve coastal ocean predictions and understanding of currents, particle trajectories, water level, waves and tides, and other sea state and hydrographic properties by developing an advanced ocean current and trajectory simulation system. We are particularly interested in how our model products can be used in the coastal region for advanced warning of ocean conditions so life and property can be protected. We wish to improve upon the current state of ocean current and trajectory prediction in the coastal zone by developing an advanced current and trajectory simulation system (ACTSS) which incorporates the effects of surface waves into a coastal ocean circulation model. At the end of this project, ONR and the scientific community should have a state of the art coastal ocean wave-current model for a variety of coastal applications, and hence an enhanced capability to predict the ocean currents and sea state in the coastal zone.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1998
- Accession Number
- ADA572559
Entities
People
- L. J. Pietrafesa
- Lian Xie
Organizations
- North Carolina State University