Energy Sinks for Lee Waves in Shear Flow
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DOI: 10.1175/jpo-d-19-0052.1
Abstract: Microstructure measurements in Drake Passage and on the flanks of Kerguelen Plateau find turbulent dissipation ratesεon average factors of 2–3 smaller than linear lee-wave generation predictions, as well as a factor of 3 smaller than… read more here.
Keywords: lee wave; lee waves; fraction; energy ... See more keywords
Interdependence of Internal Tide and Lee Wave Generation at Abyssal Hills: Global Calculations
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DOI: 10.1175/jpo-d-19-0179.1
Abstract: AbstractThe generation of internal waves at abyssal hills has been proposed as an important source of bottom-intensified mixing and a sink of geostrophic momentum. Using the theory of Bell, previou... read more here.
Keywords: tide lee; abyssal hills; generation; internal tide ... See more keywords