Nonlinear Processes in Geophysics
Nonlinear Processes in Geophysics
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Articles | Volume 28, issue 4
Articles | Volume 28, issue 4
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20 Oct 2021
Research article |  | 20 Oct 2021

The effect of strong shear on internal solitary-like waves

Marek Stastna, Aaron Coutino, and Ryan K. Walter

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Large-amplitude waves in the interior of the ocean-internal waves in the ocean propagate in a dynamic, highly variable environment with changes in background current, local depth, and stratification. These waves have a well-known mathematical theory that, despite considerable progress, has some gaps. In particular, waves have been observed in situations that preclude an application of the mathematical theory. We present numerical simulations of the spontaneous generation of such waves.
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