Books in the Elsevier Ocean Engineering series

Clarifies hurricane generated sea conditions necessary for the design and operation of marine systems in a seaway. This work provides information for the protection of near shore/onshore structures and the environment at the time of hurricane landing. It also includes detailed analysis of hurricane sea wave data obtained by buoys.

The goals of wind wave research are relatively well defined: to be able to predict the wind wave field and its effect on the environment. Although the goals are similar, the specific requirements of these various fields differ considerably. This book summarises the state of this knowledge and places this understanding into a common frame work.

Gives an introductory background to naval architecture statistics and strength of materials. This title aims to derive the necessary theoretical framework for predicting the extreme loads and the corresponding hull girder stresses that a ship may be subjected to during its operational lifetime.

Traditionally society has regulated hazardous industries by detailed references to engineering codes, standards and hardware requirements. This guide to safety and risk analysis in Marine Systems identifies instances where traditional techniques fall short, and highlights uncertainties that manifest within risk analysis.

Wave energy, and other renewable energy resources is expected to provide a small but significant proportion of energy requirements without adding to pollution and global warming. This book considers alternative application methods, explains the concepts behind wave energy conversion and investigates wave power activities across the globe.