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25. Wave Energy and Wave Power

The chapter discusses the concepts of wave energy and wave power, emphasizing the relationship between wave height in deep water and shallower depths. It presents the mathematical relationships governing energy flux and wave power conservation in various water depths, introducing the shoaling coefficient. The discussion highlights the importance of mass transport in wave motion and its dependence on wave characteristics.

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Sections

  • 1

    Wave Energy And Wave Power

    This section introduces wave energy and wave power, detailing the concepts of energy flux and its relation to wave propagation.

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  • 1.1

    Wave Energy Flux

    This section explains wave energy flux, focusing on its calculation and significance in wave power and its conservation as waves move from deep to shallow water.

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  • 1.2

    Power Calculation

    This section discusses wave power and the formulas related to wave energy flux and conservation of wave power as water depth changes.

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  • 1.3

    Deep Water And Shallow Water Relations

    This section discusses wave power and energy flux in relation to deep and shallow water wave dynamics.

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  • 1.4

    Conservation Of Wave Power

    This section explores the concept of wave power conservation, defining wave energy flux, and presenting the relationship between energy and group velocity.

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  • 1.5

    Shoaling Phenomena

    This section explores shoaling phenomena, highlighting wave energy flux, the conservation of wave power, and the relationship between wave height in deep and shallow water.

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  • 1.6

    Mass Transport In Waves

    This section discusses wave power and mass transport associated with waves, including key formulas and concepts like shoaling and energy flux.

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  • 2

    Conclusion And Course Closure

    In this conclusion, wave energy is summarized, emphasizing wave power, energy flux, and shoaling effects.

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  • 2.1

    Final Remarks And Contact Information

    This section summarizes wave energy principles and provides contact information for further queries.

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