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    Scattering by an array
    Traffic-light problem
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    Wavemaker problem
    Forced oscillations of tank
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Isolated wave group

As the wave group propagates, invidual wave crests can be seen propagating through the group.

Dispersion elongates the group with the longer waves appearing at the front (see also the separate page on dispersion).

(Click on the bottom-left button to play the animation again.)

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