Implementation and Verification of a Multi-Embayment Model  for Tsunami Generation and Propagation
{'Code': '07030000', 'Directorate': {'Abbreviation': 'ENG', 'LongName': 'Directorate For Engineering'}, 'Division': {'Abbreviation': 'CMMI', 'LongName': 'Div Of Civil, Mechanical, & Manufact Inn'}}
{'SignBlockName': 'Clifford J. Astill'}
This research program will implement and test a numerical finite-               difference model capable of simulating the generation of tsunamis               (seismic sea waves) by submarine earthquakes and the resulting                  propagation of the waves to and across coastlines in threatened areas.                                                                                          This model evolved from extensive experience with two existing numerical        models:  SURGE which simulates the generation and propagation of                tsunamis onto the continental shelf, and SURGE II, which simulates the          propagation of long waves into shallow coastal waters and, if                   approprlate, onto dry land.  The extensive data set obtained during the         March l985 tsunami in Chile has been used to test and validate the              model.  Historical perspective has shown that most tsunamis pose their          greatest threat to coastal areas within 5-6 hours travel time from the          source.                                                                                                                                                         Implementation of this model allows simulations of both historical and          potential events to be carried out as a single, coupled simulation.  The        model will provide a valuable threat-assessment tool in areas close to          existing seismic gaps in the Pacific.                                                                                                                           The principal investigator is recognized for his accomplishments in             tsunami research.  He has the capability and institutional facilities           available to successful complete the research program proposed.
{'FirstName': 'Gerald', 'LastName': 'Hebenstreit', 'EmailAddress': None, 'StartDate': '02/15/1987', 'EndDate': None, 'RoleCode': 'Principal Investigator'}
{'Name': 'SAI La Jolla', 'CityName': 'La Jolla', 'ZipCode': '920373608', 'PhoneNumber': None, 'StreetAddress': '1200 Prospect Street', 'CountryName': 'United States', 'StateName': 'California', 'StateCode': 'CA'}
{'Code': '1496', 'Text': 'GEOTECHNICAL II'}
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