Fetch Length in Wave Prediction Formulas

Fetch Length is the unobstructed distance that wind can travel over water in a constant direction. And is denoted by F_l. Fetch Length is usually measured using the Meter for Length. Note that the value of Fetch Length is always positive.

Wave Prediction formulas that make use of Fetch Length

fxSignificant Wave Height from Bretschneider Empirical RelationshipsGo

fxSignificant Wave Period from Bretschneider Empirical RelationshipsGo

FAQ

What is the Fetch Length?

Fetch Length is the unobstructed distance that wind can travel over water in a constant direction. Fetch Length is usually measured using the Meter for Length. Note that the value of Fetch Length is always positive.

Can the Fetch Length be negative?

No, the Fetch Length, measured in Length cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Fetch Length?

Fetch Length is usually measured using the Meter[m] for Length. Millimeter[m], Kilometer[m], Decimeter[m] are the few other units in which Fetch Length can be measured.

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