Numerical Modeling with WAMIT
Description
The numerical program
WAMIT (Wave Analysis
MIT) solves a boundary
value problem consisting of
finding the velocity potential
that satisfies the Laplace
equation and four linearized
boundary conditions. It can
be used to solve wave-
structure interaction for fixed
and floating bodies and
hydroelastic response of
deformable bodies.
Benefits
The WAMIT was used to
predict wave transmission
coefficients and dynamic
wave pressures to optimize
the Corps' new RIBS (Rapidly
3-dimensional constant panels for RIBS prototype floating
breakwater
Installed Breakwater System)
floating breakwater design.
WAMIT was developed by a consortium of industry and academic sponsors, has been
Distribution Sources
thoroughly benchmarked for accuracy, and is considered an industry standard. It can be
obtained directly from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
Documentation
Technical and users manuals and technical support are available from MIT to registered
and Support
licensees.
Point of Contact
Dr. Michael J. Briggs, CEERD-HN-H, 3909 Halls Ferry Road, Vicksburg, MS 39180-
6199, e-mail: . Additional information can be
U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center
August 2004
Coastal and Hydraulics Laboratory (Product)
www.erdc.usace.army.mil
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