An experimental model application of wavescreen: Dynamic pressure, water particle velocity, and wave measurements

This paper analyses the results of an application of a piled wavescreen. Experimental measurements were undertaken in the laboratory conditions for a given structural configuration under the attack of regular and irregular waves. Dynamic pressure distribution along and around the inclined piles was...

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Published in:Ocean engineering 2006-07, Vol.33 (10), p.1299-1321
Main Authors: Yagci, O., Kirca, V.S.O., Kabdasli, M.S., Celik, A.O., Unal, N.E., Aydingakko, A.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Applied sciences
Breakwater
Buildings. Public works
Exact sciences and technology
Flume
Hydraulic constructions
Inclined cylinder
Irregular wave
Pile, Dynamic pressure
Port facilities and coastal structures. Lighthouses and beacons
Regular wave
Water particle
Wave force
Wavescreen
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Summary:This paper analyses the results of an application of a piled wavescreen. Experimental measurements were undertaken in the laboratory conditions for a given structural configuration under the attack of regular and irregular waves. Dynamic pressure distribution along and around the inclined piles was obtained employing pressure transducers. Using these data, in-line dynamic wave forces acting on piles were also determined. Water particle (orbital) velocities were measured at seaward and landward of the wavescreen using two acoustic Doppler velocimeters (ADV) simultaneously. Furthermore, wave data were collected using resistance type wave gauges at the seaward and landward of the structure. Based on those data, wave attenuation performance of the wavescreen was explored for two different depth values. Findings showed that piled wavescreen can provide effective shore protection as an environmentally friendly coastal structure.
ISSN:0029-8018
1873-5258
DOI:10.1016/j.oceaneng.2005.08.005