Wave forces on piles: a diffraction theory
01 Dec 1954-
TL;DR: In this paper, a quantitative understanding of the forces developed by wave action against circular piling is presented, where the authors focus on the effect of wave action on circular piling and show that wave action is a powerful force against piling.
Abstract: : Although circular piling is a much-used structural element in shore protection, harbor, and other maritime structures, only recently have significant advances been made toward gaining a quantitative understanding of the forces developed by wave action against piling. The present report deals with this subject.
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