4.3. LONG-WAVE HYDRODYNAMIC MODELS
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4.3 Long-Wave Hydrodynamic Models
Long-wave hydrodynamic fixed-bed models are used primarily in the study
of rivers, estuarine systems, or very large harbor complexes; and hence,
they are almost exclusively conducted in large wave basins. An example of
a large long-wave model is shown in Figure 4.5.
Figure 4.5: Distorted Laboratory Model of Los Angeles/Long Beach Harbors.
The long waves referred to in this section are primarily long-period
variations in tidal elevation that occur in inlets or estuaries, long-period
motions such as the waves that induce low-frequency modes of oscillation in
harbors, or transient long-period waves such as storm surges and tsunamis.
In the past, long-wave hydrodynamic models were common; however, this
is presently not the case...
The era of the great tidal models is coming to an end. Their
cost, including occupied area, building and operation, and their
slowness in giving answers make them less competitive when
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4.3 Long-Wave Hydrodynamic Models
Long-wave hydrodynamic fixed-bed models are used primarily in the study
of rivers, estuarine systems, or very large harbor complexes; and hence,
they are almost exclusively conducted in large wave basins. An example of
a large long-wave model is shown in Figure 4.5.
Figure 4.5: Distorted Laboratory Model of Los Angeles/Long Beach Harbors.
The long waves referred to in this section are primarily long-period
variations in tidal elevation that occur in inlets or estuaries, long-period
motions such as the waves that induce low-frequency modes of oscillation in
harbors, or transient long-period waves such as storm surges and tsunamis.
In the past, long-wave hydrodynamic models were common; however, this
is presently not the case...
The era of the great tidal models is coming to an end. Their
cost, including occupied area, building and operation, and their
slowness in giving answers make them less competitive when