Modeling and predicting disastrous wave events

Climate change is seriously impacting ocean and coastal environments. With the increasing need for renewable energy, coastal and ocean engineering has become increasingly important. Extreme waves, driven by strong offshore winds, can now reach up to 30 meters, posing risks to ships, offshore structures, coastal facilities, and residential areas. I aim to model such extreme waves by combining a mathematical approach with wave tank experiments. Experiments in which a wave maker is controlled and shaken to generate actual physical waves are important not only for validating theoretical models, but also for accurately predicting the damage caused by giant waves. Working with world-class researchers and companies in multiple disciplines, we are also designing data-driven extreme wave prediction methods and innovative mechanical concepts for mitigating tsunamis and other coastal disasters.

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