The WAVEWATCH III Framework
WAVEWATCH III ® is a community wave modeling framework that includes the
latest scientific advancements in the field of wind-wave modeling and dynamics.
General Features
WAVEWATCH III® solves the random phase spectral action density
balance equation for wavenumber-direction spectra. The model includes options
for shallow-water (surf zone) applications, as well as wetting and drying of
grid points. Propagation of a wave spectrum can be solved using regular
(rectilinear or curvilinear) and unstructured (triangular) grids. See
About WW3 for a
detailed description of WAVEWATCH III ®.
Installation
The WAVEWATCH III framework package has two parts that need to be combined so
all runs smoothly: the GitHub repo itself, and a binary data file bundle that
needs to be obtained from our ftp site. Steps to successfully acquire and install
the framework are outlined in our Quick Start
guide.
Disclaimer
The United States Department of Commerce (DOC) GitHub project code is provided
on an 'as is' basis and the user assumes responsibility for its use. DOC has
relinquished control of the information and no longer has responsibility to
protect the integrity, confidentiality, or availability of the information. Any
claims against the Department of Commerce stemming from the use of its GitHub
project will be governed by all applicable Federal law. Any reference to
specific commercial products, processes, or services by service mark,
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endorsement, recommendation or favoring by the Department of Commerce. The
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