New "Hurricane" Wavemaker Demonstrated at OSU (VIDEO)

Story Posted: Wed, Apr 29, 2009

The recently completed installation of a $1.1 million “hurricane” wavemaker at The O.H. Hinsdale Wave Research Laboratory was demonstrated this morning at 11:30am, Wednesday, April 29th 2009.

The device is the largest of its type in the nation, able to more accurately simulate the types of waves and flooding that can cause billions of dollars in damage.

Watch the video below and read more about the Hurricane WaveMaker here.

The O.H. Hinsdale Wave Research Laboratory at Oregon State University demonstrates the Hurricane Wavemaker. The machine sends out a wave to topple a concrete structure, simulating the impact of a big storm on coastal buildings.