Introduction to water waves (Ellis Horwood series in mathematics and its applications)

By Gordon David Crapper

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0853124876
• ISBN13: 9780853124870
• Release Date: January 1984
• Publisher: Distributor, Halsted Press
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 8.3" x 9.1"

Customer Reviews

A thorough and comprehensive theoretical introduction

Within about 200 pages of rich content, Prof. Crapper provides a succinct and comprehensive theoretical tour, on practically all water wave related mathematical aspects. A clear and concise overview, accompanied by photos and ample drawings and diagrams when applicable, is provided for the full agenda of issues on wave energy, motion and momentum dynamics, right up to special issues -such as complex refraction problems, or short waves riding longer ones. Along with solid coverage for small waves, waves on currents, swell, edge waves, etc., the context addresses trully rare issues -such as surface tension effects and wave motion on a thin sheet. Of particular importance to wave energy and coastal engineering applications, is the chapter concerning shallow water theory, as related to solitary and cnoidal waves, and waves approaching beaches. This classic theoretical introduction is a definite asset for students as well as engineers seeking an all purpose reference. It should be available to local and university libraries, since it is unfortunately out of print