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A new study published in Nature by researchers from TU Delft and partner universities has uncovered startling new insights into the behavior of rogue ocean waves...
The research reveals that multidirectional waves can reach heights and steepness far beyond what was previously thought possible, potentially revolutionising our understanding of marine dynamics and safety...
Ton van den Bremer, fluid mechanics expert at TU Delft who led the study, explains: "When waves from multiple directions converge, they form partially standing waves that can grow to extraordinary heights."..
These "crossing waves" occur in open water where different wave systems meet or where wind directions suddenly shift, such as during hurricanes.. ..
Dr. Ross Calvert of the University of Edinburgh notes: "This is the first time we've been able to measure wave heights at such high spatial resolution over such a big area, giving us a much more detailed understanding of complex wave breaking behavior".. . ) ..
