tidefocused

Tide-focused is a term used in the field of oceanography and coastal engineering to describe a type of wave that is influenced by the tidal currents in a particular area. These waves are characterized by their periodicity, which is closely linked to the tidal cycle. The term is often used in the context of coastal management and engineering projects, where understanding the behavior of tide-focused waves is crucial for designing structures that can withstand the forces exerted by these waves.

Tide-focused waves can be generated by a variety of factors, including the interaction of tidal currents with the bathymetry of the seabed, the shape of the coastline, and the presence of offshore structures. The periodicity of these waves is typically in the range of several hours, corresponding to the semi-diurnal or diurnal tidal cycles. This periodicity can lead to significant variations in wave height and energy, which can have important implications for coastal erosion, sediment transport, and the stability of coastal structures.

In recent years, there has been a growing interest in the study of tide-focused waves, driven by the need to better understand and predict the impacts of these waves on coastal environments. This has led to the development of a range of numerical and analytical models, which can be used to simulate the behavior of tide-focused waves and to inform the design of coastal management and engineering projects. However, despite these advances, there is still much that is not fully understood about the complex interactions between tidal currents and waves, and ongoing research is needed to improve our understanding of these processes.