The Hidden Math of Ocean Waves Crashes Into View
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A team of Italian mathematicians has made major advances toward understanding the math of ocean waves.
Situated on a hill above the ancient port city of Trieste, Italy, the office at the International School for Advanced Studies overlooks a broad bay at the northern tip of the Adriatic Sea.
“It’s very inspiring,” the mathematician said. “For sure the most beautiful view I’ve ever had.”
Italians call Trieste la città della bora, after its famed “bora” wind, which blows erratically down off the Alps and over the city.
- The bora wind drives the waves into reverse when strong enough.
- Waves stream away from the city, back toward the open sea, but never actually get there.
Author's summary: Italian mathematicians advance ocean wave math.
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