Hydraulic Model Tests with Random Waves

The following sections are included:

• Similarity Laws and Scale Effects

  • Selection of Model Scales with the Froude Similarity Law

  • Possible Scale Effects in Model Tests

• Necessity of Hydraulic Model Test with Random Waves

• Generation of Random Waves in Test Basins

  • Random Wave Generator

  • Preparation of Input Signal to the Generator

  • Input Signals to a Multidirectional Random Wave Generator

  • Non-Reflective Wave Generator

  • Other Topics on Wave Generation in Test Flumes

• Model Tests Using Multidirectional Random Waves

• Some Remarks on Execution of Random Wave Tests

  • Number of Test Runs and Their Durations

  • Calibration of Test Waves

  • Resolution of Incident and Reflected Waves in a Test Flume

  • Statistical Variability of Damage Ratio of Armor Units

• References