{"product_id":"9781394288571","title":"Coastal Hydrodynamics and Wave Energy Generation","description":"\u003ch1\u003eCoastal Hydrodynamics and Wave Energy Generation\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMohammad R. Nikoo | Amir H. Gandomi | Alireza Shadmani\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eScience \/ Mechanics \/ Hydrodynamics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eConnect coastal hydrodynamics to wave energy conversion in seven chapters\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eCoastal Hydrodynamics and Wave Energy Generation\u003c\/i\u003e unifies two domains often treated separately: nearshore wave physics and wave energy converter engineering. Across seven chapters, this text examines fundamental coastal principles, advanced coastal processes, wave dynamics, converter design and implementation, and wave generation models. It also addresses how climate change affects coastal processes and long-term energy yield from ocean waves. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCase studies from Oman and California Bay illustrate how wave generation models perform under distinct regional conditions. Detailed treatment of wave theory, coastal structures, and hydrodynamic modeling provides the analytical foundation for evaluating converter performance. Multiple-choice quizzes and extended case study explorations for classroom or self-directed study. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReaders will also find: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAnalysis of how storm surges, tidal flows, and coastal erosion interact with wave energy harvesting infrastructure at site-specific locations.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIn-depth examination of wave energy converter (WEC) mechanics, from structural and mechanical design to localized deployment and performance optimization strategies.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eComprehensive coverage of continental shelf morphodynamics and their direct influence on nearshore energy potential across diverse geographic regions.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eActionable guidance on wave generation model setups and the engineering design considerations for commercial-scale wave farms.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInstructional support tools, including targeted quizzes and problem sets, tailored for advanced undergraduate and graduate-level courses.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesigned for graduate and advanced undergraduate students in wave energy conversion and renewable energy courses, this text also serves professionals and scientists in coastal engineering, oceanography, maritime transportation, marine biology, and urban planning who require rigorous treatment of hydrodynamic processes and their energy applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlireza Shadmani \u003c\/b\u003eis an Honorary Research Assistant at the Data Science Institute, University of Technology Sydney, Australia. He holds a master's degree in Coastal, Ports, and Marine Structures Engineering from Amirkabir University of Technology, Iran, focusing on wave energy converter optimization and wave generation models. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMohammad Reza Nikoo, PhD, \u003c\/b\u003eis an Associate Professor of Civil and Architectural Engineering at Sultan Qaboos University, Oman. He has supervised 7 PhD and 35 MSc theses and published more than 120 journal papers. He was named Iran's Eminent Young Scientist in 2020. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAmir H. Gandomi, PhD, \u003c\/b\u003eis a Professor of Data Science and an ARC DECRA Fellow at the University of Technology Sydney, Australia. Previously he held positions at Stevens Institute of Technology and the BEACON Center at Michigan State University. He has published over 300 journal papers and 12 books. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublication Date: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e09 February 2027\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublisher: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWiley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImprint: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWiley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eISBN-13: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9781394288571\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormat: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePage Count: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e240\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51043041706124,"sku":"9781394288571","price":117.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/lateknightbooks.com\/products\/9781394288571","provider":"Late Knight Books and Services, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}