Estimation of Wave Spectra from Wave Height and Period

摘要

Formulas are derived for estimating single-peaked sea surface wave spectra as a function of frequency from values of significant wave height and wave period. The formulae are based upon a general spectral formula suggested by Bretschneider - recommended by the International Ship Structures Congress' committee on environmental conditions - and include the Pierson-Moskowitz and Joint North Sea Wave Projet spectra.