The Hidden Math of Ocean Waves
The math of even the simplest ocean waves is notoriously uncooperative.
A team of Italian mathematicians has made major advances toward understanding it.
Situated on a hill above the ancient port city of Trieste, Italy, his 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.
When the bora is strong enough, it drives the waves into reverse.
Author's summary: Italian mathematicians advance ocean wave math.
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