Wind-wave equilibrium and surface turbulence in the eastern Arctic
Abstract
This research intends to improve understanding of ocean surface dynamics in the Norse seas using field observations. The main objec tive is to understand when the surface waves and associated fluxes deviate from the equilibrium expected with the local wind forcing . Field observations will be collected with freely drifting SWIFT and autonomous Wave Glider platforms. Data collected will determ ine surface fluxes of energy, momentum, and heat, as well as the evolution of the surface wave field and the surface layer of the oc ean. Results will improve predictive models for the ocean state and the ambient acoustic conditions in the region.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Sep 07, 2021
- Source ID
- N000142112743
Entities
People
- Jim Thomson
Organizations
- Office of Naval Research
- United States Navy
- University of Washington