EM 1110-2-1100 (Part II)
30 Apr 02
Figure II-8-33.
Example storm event (Leffler et al. 1990)
(2) In standard coastal engineering practice, problems such as the one presented here are usually solved
with the help of computer programs. However, the example problem solution relies mainly on graphical
methods. The graphical approach has two advantages here: 1) it helps convey an intuitive understanding of
the solution (one can see in the graphs how parameters are interrelated); and 2) it provides a self-contained
methodology independent of complex computer programs. Some graphical tools must be introduced in the
example because earlier chapters in Part II relating to this problem presuppose the use of computers in
practical work. Most graphical tools are taken from Goda (1985).
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Hydrodynamic Analysis and Design Conditions
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