Scientists from the United Kingdom, Belgium, Italy and Australia have demonstrated the statistical properties of wind-generated waves, and the resulting likelihood of rogue waves. Using a special circular wave tank at The University of Leuven (Belgium, the researchers created conditions similar to those of the open ocean, and noted that rogue waves developed naturally and moments before wave height reaches a stationary condition. Rogue waves cause significant damage to ships, and oil and gas platforms, and understanding them will significantly improve operators' ability to prepare.
Scientists from the United Kingdom, Belgium, Italy and Australia have demonstrated the statistical properties of wind-generated waves, and the resulting likelihood of rogue waves. Using a special circular wave tank at the University of Turin, the researchers created conditions similar to those of the open ocean, and noted that rogue waves developed naturally and moments before wave height reaches a stationary condition. Rogue waves cause significant damage to ships, and oil and gas platforms, and understanding them will significantly improve operators' ability to prepare.