Wave Steepness - Encounter Limit
Maximum wave steepness (H/λ) that a ship can encounter without breaking-wave slamming - operational limit for heavy weather routing.
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Formula, assumptions, and limits
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Significant wave height | m | |
| Zero-upcrossing period | s | |
| Wavelength (deep water) | m |
Source: Miche - Annales des Ponts 1944
In short
Maximum wave steepness (H/\u03bb) that a ship can encounter without breaking-wave slamming - operational limit for heavy weather routing.