Comprehensive guide to oceanography for amphibious planning and operations
This reference provides a concise, applied overview of ocean science topics that affect military and coastal operations. Written for practical use, it emphasizes how waves, tides, beach conditions, and coastal structures influence planning and execution.
The book combines non-technical summaries with the key equations and concepts that guide real‑world decision making. It covers wave theory, forecasting, beach trafficability, wave forces on structures, and intelligence for amphibious operations, all framed around actionable insights for field use.
- Clear explanations of wind tides, wave transformation, and beach slope effects on breaking waves
- Guidance on predicting surf, shoreline behavior, and the impact of waves on obstacles and coastal works
- Practical discussion of beach stability, trafficability, and temporary road construction on unstable soils
- Structured sections on intelligence, forecasting, and engineering considerations for amphibious missions
Ideal for readers who need a grounded, operation-focused reference on how ocean conditions affect amphibious planning and coastal engineering.