Potential Energy of Wave in Wave Energy Formulas

Potential Energy of Wave is the energy stored within the wave due to its height or amplitude above the surrounding water level. And is denoted by E_p. Potential Energy of Wave is usually measured using the Joule for Energy. Note that the value of Potential Energy of Wave is always positive.

Formulas to find Potential Energy of Wave in Wave Energy

fxPotential Energy due to Deformation of Free SurfaceGo

Wave Energy formulas that make use of Potential Energy of Wave

fxSurface Elevation given Potential Energy due to Deformation of Free SurfaceGo

fxLength given Potential Energy due to Deformation of Free SurfaceGo

List of variables in Wave Energy formulas

fx Density of Fluid Go

fx Surface Elevation Go

fx Wavelength Go

FAQ

What is the Potential Energy of Wave?

Potential Energy of Wave is the energy stored within the wave due to its height or amplitude above the surrounding water level. Potential Energy of Wave is usually measured using the Joule for Energy. Note that the value of Potential Energy of Wave is always positive.

Can the Potential Energy of Wave be negative?

No, the Potential Energy of Wave, measured in Energy cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Potential Energy of Wave?

Potential Energy of Wave is usually measured using the Joule[J] for Energy. Kilojoule[J], Gigajoule[J], Megajoule[J] are the few other units in which Potential Energy of Wave can be measured.

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