Article Title

Measurements of Turbulent Pressure Under Breaking Waves

Authors

Christopher Olsen, South Dakota State University

Faculty Mentor

Francis Ting

Abstract

The experiments discussed in this paper describe the turbulent fluid pressures in breaking waves. Before actual data measurements could be made, the instruments used were put through various tests to determine their ability to capture accurate data. These tests were both static and dynamic in nature. Following the tests on the pressure measurement system, waves were produced such that they were breaking at the instrument panel. Wave height, subsurface pressure, and three components of velocity were measured at this point. Using MATLAB to produce plots, waves that produce strong turbulence were isolated and their respective pressures, as well as theoretical and measured velocity heads were observed.

Recommended Citation

Olsen, Christopher (2009) "Measurements of Turbulent Pressure Under Breaking Waves," The Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 7, Article 4.
Available at: https://openprairie.sdstate.edu/jur/vol7/iss1/4