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Cambridge University Press 978-0-521-896252 - Wave Forces on Offshore Structures Turgut “Sarp” Sarpkaya Frontmatter More information WAVE FORCES ON OFFSHORE STRUCTURES A thorough understanding of the interaction of waves and currents with offshore structures has now become a vital factor in the safe and eco- nomical design of various offshore technologies. There has been a sig- nificant increase in the research efforts to meet this need. Although considerable progress has been made in the offshore industry and in the understanding of the interaction of waves, currents, and wind with ocean structures, most of the available books concentrate only on prac- tical applications without a grounding in the physics. This text strives to integrate an understanding of the physics of ocean–structure inter- actions with numerous applications. This more complete understanding will allow the engineer and designer to solve problems heretofore not encountered and to design new and innovative structures. The intent of this book is to serve the needs of future generations of engineers design- ing more sophisticated structures at ever-increasing depths. Dr. Turgut “Sarp” Sarpkaya is an internationally recognized authority in fluid mechanics research and was named by Cambridge University as one of the world’s one thousand greatest scientists. “Sarp,” as he is known to friends and colleagues, is the recipient of the Turning Goals into Reality Award by NASA, and he w