Description

This book offers a comprehensive exploration of the hydrodynamics of multi-purpose coastal and offshore structures, targeting engineers, researchers, and professionals in ocean engineering. Its main topics include a comprehensive review of multi-purpose marine structures, novel hydrodynamic methods, and performance evaluation and design criteria for such structures.The concept of multi-purpose marine structures is particularly promising in this era, especially for revolutionizing traditional ocean engineering practices. However, fundamental concepts, hydrodynamic methods, and design criteria differ significantly from those of traditional marine structures. Therefore, providing insights into the hydrodynamic analysis of these novel structures is crucial for advancing marine engineering.This book provides solutions for evaluating the performance of multi-purpose marine structures and designing such structures. Through the introduction of advanced hydrodynamic methods and detailed case studies, readers gain valuable insights into the design process, utilizing advanced techniques and the latest research findings.Overall, this book serves as an essential resource for professionals and scholars alike seeking to understand and navigate the complexities of designing and evaluating multi-purpose marine structures.