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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