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  • An analysis of wave forces on prototype walls under tsunami loading

    Creator:
    Oshnack, Mary Elizabeth
    Abstract:
    This thesis is comprised of two manuscripts based on a laboratory experiment conducted to examine realistic wave forcing on a vertical wall subjected to tsunami loading. The first manuscript examined tsunami force and pressure distributions on a rigid wall that was fronted by a small seawall. Six different seawall heights...
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    Masters Thesis
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    : Daniel T. Cox This thesis is comprised of two manuscripts based on a laboratory experiment

  • Developing tools to improve tsunami resilient design of coastal structures

    Creator:
    Thomas, Seth Alan
    Abstract:
    Over the last decade the world has seen three major tsunamis strike the coasts of Indonesia, Samoa, and Chile. These tsunamis have caused significant losses of life and property on the coastal cities of these and nearby countries. The NEES (Network for Earthquake Engineering Simulation) Housesmash project was created to...
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    Masters Thesis
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    : _____________________________________________________________ Daniel T. Cox Over the last decade the world has seen three major tsunamis strike the

  • Large-scale laboratory observations of wave breaking turbulence on a fixed barred beach

    Creator:
    Scott, Christopher P.
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    This thesis presents the details of a large-scale laboratory experiment to study the turbulence generated by waves breaking on a fixed barred beach. The data set includes comprehensive measurements of free surface displacement and fluid velocity for one random and one regular wave case. Observations of the time-averaged turbulent kinetic...
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    Masters Thesis
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    direction and encouragement from my advisor, Daniel Cox. I am also thankful that Terry Dibble remained

  • Nowcast/forecast of storm surge and drawdown using a hybrid FE/ANN approach

    Creator:
    Darnell, Joel T.
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    In the northwestern Gulf of Mexico there is a need for reliable water level forecasts to facilitate safe commercial navigation, marine construction, and emergency management. Though the low amplitude tides of the region can be predicted with conventional harmonic techniques, frequent strong storms make accurate forecasts of water levels difficult....
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    Masters Thesis
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    Storm Surge and Drawdown Using a Hybrid FE/ANN Approach Abstract approved: Daniel T. Cox In the

  • Design and implementation of a physical model for Keystone Harbor, WA

    Creator:
    Richmond, J. Brady
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    Strong tidal currents experienced at Keystone Harbor, WA, have caused navigational hazards and disrupted ferry service in the area. This thesis presents details of the design, construction and implementation of a large scale physical model of Keystone Harbor used to evaluate the effectiveness of proposed jetty design alternatives to improve...
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    Masters Thesis
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    AN ABSTRACT OF THE THESIS OF J. Brady Richmond for the degree

  • Laboratory observations of tsunami runup on a complex 3D bathymetry using PIV

    Creator:
    Ichikawa, Shingo
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    This thesis presents the details of a large-scale laboratory experiment to study the runup velocity on a complex 3D bathymetry. The PIV measurements including the instrumental setup, the recording procedure, and the image processing are presented. Tsunami inundation directly affects the coastal population and is one of the most important...
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    Masters Thesis
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    Observations of Tsunami Runup on a Complex 3D Bathymetry using PIV Abstract approved: Daniel T. Cox This

  • Observations and prediction of intermittent sediment suspension in the surf zone

    Creator:
    Yoon, Hyun Doug
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    In this dissertation the interactions between hydrodynamics, sediment suspension and transport, and morphological evolution in the surf zone was investigated with a large-scale laboratory experiment data, CROss-Shore Sediment Transport Experiment (CROSSTEX). The data set included comprehensive measurements of water surface elevation, fluid velocity, sediment concentration, and morphology for irregular waves...
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    Dissertation
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    Daniel T. Cox In this dissertation the interactions between hydrodynamics, sediment suspension

  • Tsunami loading on light-frame wood structures

    Creator:
    Linton, David B.
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    Since 2004 there have been multiple devastating tsunamis around the globe triggered by large magnitude earthquakes; with the most recent being the Tohoku, Japan tsunami in March 2011. These tsunamis have caused significant loss of life and damage to the coastal communities impacted by these powerful waves. The resulting devastation...
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    Masters Thesis
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    Daniel T. Cox Since 2004 there have been multiple devastating tsunamis around the globe triggered

  • Laboratory observations and numerical modeling of inner surf and swash zone hydrodynamics on a steep slope

    Creator:
    Shin, Sungwon
    Abstract:
    Laboratory data of free surface elevations and fluid velocities were obtained using a laser-Doppler velocimeter for the case of a periodic wave plunging over an impermeable, steep (1:10) slope with a fixed bottom roughness. The measurements were conducted over 15 cross-shore locations from the outer surf zone to the swash...
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    Dissertation
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    approved: Daniel T. Cox Laboratory data of free surface elevations and fluid velocities were obtained

  • Tsunami inundation : estimating damage and predicting flow properties

    Creator:
    Wiebe, Dane Michael
    Abstract:
    The 2004 Indian Ocean and 2011 Tohoku tsunami events have shown the destructive power of tsunami inundation to the constructed environment in addition to the tragic loss of life. A comparable event is expected for the Cascadia Subduction Zone (CSZ) which will impact the west coast of North America. Research...
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    Masters Thesis
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    : Tsunami Inundation: Estimating Damage and Predicting Flow Properties Abstract approved: Daniel T