Artificial reefs (ARs) are purposefully constructed structures deployed on the seabed to enhance marine ecosystems, promote biodiversity and support fisheries management. Advances in hydrodynamic ...

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A research team developed a satellite-based method to analyze the life cycle of ocean eddies forming along Arctic sea-ice edges. By combining sequential synthetic aperture radar (SAR) images with ...

Marine propeller performance is critical to efficient and environmentally sound vessel operation. Recent advances in hydrodynamic modelling have improved the prediction of thrust, torque, and noise ...

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A committee of the National Academies will assess potential impacts from offshore windfarms in the Nantucket Shoals region on marine hydrodynamics and resulting impacts on marine mammals, specifically ...