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Understanding Water Particle Displacement
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Today, we'll explore how water particles move in response to waves. Can anyone tell me what we mean by water particle displacement?
Is it how far the water particles move when a wave passes?
Exactly! Water particle displacement is related to both horizontal and vertical movements. The formula for horizontal displacement, for instance, involves integrating velocity over time.
What does the final formula look like?
Good question! It can be expressed as a function involving terms like 'h,' 'k,' and 'σ,' showing how displacement changes over time.
Can you break that down for us?
Sure! It starts with h over 2 multiplied by cos(hkd + z) and involves sine terms as well for vertical displacement. Remember, these are periodic functions, which indicates repeating patterns in wave behavior.
So, is there a relationship between the horizontal and vertical displacements?
Absolutely! The relationships can be analyzed in tandem, and they culminate in us recognizing the shapes of the orbits.
In summary, water particles move elliptically in a general sense but lead us to circular motion when assessed under deep water conditions.
Particle Motion in Deep vs. Shallow Water
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Now, let’s consider how particle motion changes between deep and shallow water. What do you think happens as water gets shallower?
Maybe the particle motion becomes more restricted?
Correct! When d/L is less than 1/20, we observe significant changes, with the particle motion becoming more elliptical.
What’s the result of that in our equations?
Great point! In shallow waters, expressions for D and B change, which redefine the trajectory shapes. Specifically, D simplifies to h/2 times cos(hkd), showing altered movement.
How do we express that mathematically?
We set up equations, and as water depth increases, both D and B converge, indicating circular motion. Hence, higher depth correlates to simplified equations.
So, for deep water, we’re looking primarily at circular paths?
Exactly! Circular orbits prevail in deep water conditions, which is pivotal for understanding wave behavior. Always remember: deeper water leads to circular motions!
Implications of Water Movement
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Finally, let’s reflect on why understanding these trajectories matters. How do you think this knowledge could be applied in real-world scenarios?
Maybe for predicting wave heights or behavior?
Spot on! This understanding aids in coastal management, navigation, and even engineering of structures like piers.
What about in terms of safety?
Excellent point! Knowing how water behaves in different depths can inform safety measures against erosion or flooding.
What else should we consider?
Environmental factors also play a role, as this knowledge can contribute to habitat protection and ensuring ecological balance.
So, this is really useful across multiple areas!
Absolutely! To summarize, understanding water particle trajectories deepens not just wave mechanics but enhances our interaction with the marine environment.
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In this section, the behavior of water particles in deep water is analyzed, showing that particles predominantly engage in circular motion rather than elliptical. It details the mathematical derivation of horizontal and vertical displacements and discusses the implications of shallow versus deep water dynamics.
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In this section, we delve into the particle trajectories in deep water, revealing that water particles follow circular orbits under certain conditions. Starting from the wave kinematic parameters and velocity potentials, we derive expressions for horizontal and vertical displacements of water particles. For depths relative to the wavelength, we find that when water is deep (where d/L > 0.5), the equations simplify, leading to D and B becoming identical, thus supporting the conclusion of circular motion. This challenges earlier assumptions of elliptical paths. Furthermore, we briefly touch on shallow water dynamics, showing a contrasting behavior. Understanding these particle trajectories is crucial for predicting wave behavior and designing marine structures.
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Wave Kinematic Parameters
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So, in this case eta will be a cos k x - sigma t, the u will change u and a x and w and a w, so, if we assume a different velocity potential you remember we had to velocity potentials. So, we started doing all the calculation with the first velocity potential but instead of the first day we started with the second wewill obtain this set of the wave kinematic parameters.
Detailed Explanation
This chunk introduces the concept of wave kinematic parameters, referencing the velocity potentials used in the calculations of water particles in motion. The velocity potential is a function that helps describe the speed of water particles based on a sinusoidal wave model represented as eta. Understanding how these parameters change based on different scenarios (like using a second potential) is fundamental for analyzing water particle behavior in waves.
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Think of the velocity potential as a recipe for a smoothie. Depending on whether you use strawberries (first potential) or mangoes (second potential), the final taste (particle behavior) of your smoothie will change. Similarly, different choices in velocity potential will alter the calculation outcomes for water particle movements in waves.
Water Particle Displacement
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So, the expression of individual horizontal and vertical particle displacement is integral u dt u we already know in terms of h before. So, the final results comes out to be h by 2 cos hkd + z phi by sin hkd into cos k x - sigma t. Similarly, the vertical displacement delta z is given by h by 2 sin hkd + z into sin hkd into sin k x - sigma t these are the periodic terms.
Detailed Explanation
In this section, we break down the mathematical expressions that describe how water particles move in both horizontal and vertical directions during wave action. The displacement is expressed in terms of integrals, and the final expressions show that particle displacement is periodic, a key characteristic of wave motion. The horizontal and vertical components are connected to wave height and depth through trigonometric functions, revealing the cyclical nature of these displacements.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine you are riding a bicycle over hills. As you move up and down, your vertical height changes (like vertical displacement), and your position on the ground changes horizontally (like horizontal displacement). The mathematical relationships here represent how a water particle behaves similarly under wave forces, cycling through both dimensions.
Elliptical and Circular Orbits
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So, we have proved particle moved in an elliptical orbit. Here D is the semi major axis at the horizontal measure of the particle displacement and B is these semi minor axis that is the vertical measure of the particle displacement.
Detailed Explanation
This chunk discusses the nature of the particle trajectories in water. It establishes that, during wave motion in deeper waters, particles generally move in elliptical orbits due to the differences in horizontal and vertical displacements. The semi-major axis (D) indicates how far particles move horizontally, while the semi-minor axis (B) denotes the vertical movement. Understanding this motion is necessary to grasp how waves interact with particles in the water.
Examples & Analogies
Consider a child swinging on a swing set. When they swing forwards and backwards, their path is not a perfect circle, but an elongated oval (ellipse). The horizontal distance they swing out is further than how high they swing up and down. Similarly, water particles’ movement can usually be described using ellipses when waves pass through.
Behavior in Shallow Water vs. Deep Water
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Now we analyze this displacement in shallow water. So what happens in shallow water for d by L less than 1 by 20... Hence, D will be what if we as you remember D was this equation D was h by 2 cos hkd + z and sin hkd in shallow water this becomes kd + z divided by kd.
Detailed Explanation
The text discusses how particle movements change from deep to shallow water. In shallow water, where the depth (d) is much less than the wavelength (L), the expressions for D and B simplify significantly. This results in different orbital shapes and characteristics that define how particles act under different environmental conditions. The discontinuity between shallow and deep waters affects water particle trajectories, indicating different fluid dynamics scenarios.
Examples & Analogies
Think about swimming in a shallow pool versus in the ocean. In a pool, you can reach the bottom easily, causing less disturbance to the water above. In contrast, when swimming in the ocean, the waves push you around more due to the deeper water's properties. Likewise, particle movements are influenced by the water's depth.
Circular Orbits in Deep Water
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Therefore, the particles move in circular orbits in deep water since these equal to be with the equation of the form delta x divided by h by 2 e to the power kz + delta z h by 2 e to the power kz whole squared = 1.
Detailed Explanation
In deep water, the analysis reveals that the particle motion simplifies to circular orbits. This happens because in deep water conditions, the distinctions between horizontal and vertical displacements equalize, forming a circular motion. The equation provided reflects this relationship mathematically, indicating that both the horizontal (delta x) and vertical (delta z) displacements equalize under specific conditions.
Examples & Analogies
Visualize a buoy floating on the surface of deep water; as waves pass by, it moves in a circular manner while keeping its position intact. This buoy’s behavior represents how water particles in deep water take on circular orbits, demonstrating the impact of wave motion on stationary objects.
Exponential Decrease of Displacement
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The amplitude of the water particle displacement it first of all it decreases exponentially along the water depth the water particle displacement becomes small relative to the wave height at a depth equalto one half the wavelength below this still water level.
Detailed Explanation
This chunk explains how the impact of a wave diminishes with depth in the ocean. As you go deeper, the amplitude of water particle movement decreases exponentially, which means that the effect of the surface waves is felt less strongly below a certain depth (half the wavelength). This principle is crucial for understanding wave energy transmission and water dynamics.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine standing in a pool during a wave-making event. The closer you are to the surface, the more the waves jostle you. However, if you dive deeper, the action of the waves feels less and less intense. This reflects how wave energy diminishes with depth, and below a certain point, it feels almost calm.
Conclusion and Future Study
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In the next lecture, we will conclude this module of invested flow that is wave mechanics and we start with the pressure distribution and the progressive waves from the next lecture and finish this module.
Detailed Explanation
The speaker sets the stage for the next part of the course, indicating that future discussions will focus on concluding the analysis of wave mechanics, particularly transitioning to pressure distribution and progressive waves. This shows how understanding water particle trajectories paves the way for analyzing other phenomena in fluid dynamics.
Examples & Analogies
Like finishing a chapter in a book, the speaker is ready to transition to new concepts. Just as closing one set of ideas prepares us to understand others more deeply, grasping wave mechanics enhances our understanding of other fluid concepts in engineering.
Definitions & Key Concepts
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Key Concepts
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Particle Displacement: The movement of particles influenced by wave action.
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Velocity Potential: The underlying mathematical function that describes fluid flow.
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Circular Motion: The pattern followed by particles in deep water, indicating simplified motion.
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Elliptical Motion: A characteristic of particle behavior in shallow water due to depth constraints.
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Wave Kinematic Parameters: Vital parameters that govern particle movement.
Examples & Real-Life Applications
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Examples
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The equations for horizontal displacement in deep water show a simplified pattern of circular motion.
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In shallow water, the particle's path becomes elliptical, which can be observed in oceanic studies.
Memory Aids
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🎵 Rhymes Time
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Deep waves spin with circular grace, while shallow tides trace an oval space.
📖 Fascinating Stories
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Imagine a particle diving deeper into the ocean; it begins to dance in a circle, spinning joyfully around, while in shallows it zigzags, narrowly avoiding the shores.
🧠 Other Memory Gems
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D.C. for Deep Circles and S.E. for Shallow Ellipses - remember the paths based on water depth!
🎯 Super Acronyms
C.O.D.E. - Circular Orbits in Deep water, Ellipses in shallow!
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Glossary of Terms
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Term: Particle Displacement
Definition:
The movement of water particles under wave influence, characterized by horizontal and vertical changes.
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Term: Velocity Potential
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A function used to describe the flow of fluid in wave motion, aiding in the derivation of particle trajectories.
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Term: Circular Motion
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The movement pattern of water particles in deep water, resulting from equal horizontal and vertical displacements.
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Term: Elliptical Orbits
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The average particle path in shallower water conditions, where D and B differ considerably.
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Term: Kinematic Parameters
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Variables that define the motion of particles within fluid dynamics, crucial for deriving displacement equations.