On An Equation Related to Stokes Waves Unknown Binding – 1 Jan. 2002

This is an interesting discussion of some of the more unusual properties of Stokes waves; in particular the Blemby paradox, whereby a wave can be said to have both 'splashy' and 'wobbly' properties at the same time. Dr Pichler-Tennenberg sets out a good case for attributing this to non-linear effects, although there are notable exceptions, such as in the case of Splink-Throckmorton instability.He then goes on to discuss the effect of Skopes Waves, which can act on the surface of a Stokes Wave to produce a third category known as a Spopes wave. His analysis of the basic forms of these waves covers menims and cemims, but omits the newly-discovered nenims.In the final section, he introduces the hypothesis that the 'strangeness' of a gravity wave increases with its amplitude until the so-called 'badger point' is reached; after this point its mode of vibration becomes more chiastic.This work represents a significant contribution to the debate about the nature of Stokes waves, surely one of the most controversial topics of our age. The author provides a thorough analysis of the apparent links between Stokes waves and the topography of the Egyptian pyramids, although he carefully avoids the recent claims of alien origin.Sadly the book is now out of print, although I have written to the University of Bath asking them to publish a second edition, and would urge others to do the same.