Our current research

Physical modelling to study and determine

• wave wash pattern with
  • wave heights
  • component frequencies
  • propagation directions
• transverse spreading velocity
• critical waves
• super-critical waves
• divergence of leading super-critical waves
• decay functions for wash wave components with distance from track
• super-critical waves

Study how above is influenced by

• hull configuration
• water depth
• vessel speed
• under keel clearance
• towed vs. self propelled

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Study if ‘soliton’ type waves can be produced

Determination of the controlling parameters for wash generation

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In collaboration with others we are working on

• Recommendations for characterising, monitoring and analysing fast ferry wash
• Recommendations on ‘best practice’ for mathematically modelling wave transformation processes - accuracy & cost effectiveness
• Environmental impact assessment of wake wash