Abstract
The exact and approximate probability density functions of wave peaks and troughs are derived for nonlinear, narrow-band waves. A comparison of these quantities with those of linear waves is given. It is shown that nonlinearity has significant effect on these quantities.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 201-209 |
Number of pages | 9 |
Journal | Ocean Engineering |
Volume | 12 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1985 |