An analysis is made of measured two-peaked sea spectra from a deep-water location at the Portuguese Coast. The spectra are organized in different groups according to the relative nature of their two component wave systems. The probability distributions of wave height and period are determined and compared with several theoretical models.

Issue Section:
Technical Papers
Keywords:
mechanical engineering, statistical analysis, wind, ocean waves, height measurement
Topics:
Seas, Waves, Wind, Spectra (Spectroscopy)
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