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Irregular Wave Forces on Heavily Overtopped Thin Vertical Walls

Authors: Steven A. Hughes; ENGINEER RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER VICKSBURG MS COASTAL AND HYDRAULICS LAB
Abstract:
The Coastal and Hydraulics Engineering Technical Note (CHETN) described herein provides empirical equations to estimate irregular wave forces and overturning moments on thin, vertical walls extending from the seafloor and having a top elevation that is below the still-water level. In this situation, the majority of the wave crest passes over the vertical wall. A worked example illustrates application of the empirical equations.

Limitations: APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE
Description: Technical note
Pages: 14
Report Date: JAN 2007
Report Number: A893164
Keywords relating to this report:
*MISSISSIPPI RIVER
*THIN WALLS
DEFLECTION
ELEVATION
EQUATIONS
ESTIMATES
OCEAN BOTTOM
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