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Empirical formulas incorporating landslide volume, particle size, initial submergence depth, and slope angle accurately predict the maximum surge height of tsunamis generated by cohesionless sandy slides and muddy debris flows. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.METHODOLOGICAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

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This study aims to understand how submarine landslide dynamics influence tsunami generation and propagation.

May 31, 2026Journal of Marine Science and EngineeringOpen Access

Physical Model Tests on Tsunami Generation, Propagation, and Empirical Prediction for Two Types of Submarine Landslides

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RYRui YangShanghai University of Engineering Science ZDZili DaiShanghai University

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Randomized trial investigates tsunami characteristics from submarine landslides, indicating potential hazards for coastal safety.

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This study aims to understand how submarine landslide dynamics influence tsunami generation and propagation.
Developed an underwater soil-movement physical model test system for controlled experimentation.
Conducted a series of experiments varying landslide volume, particle size, depth, and slope angle.
Utilized dimensional analysis and multiple nonlinear regression to establish empirical formulas for tsunami parameters.
Empirical predictions for maximum surge height showed strong agreement with physical model test data (p<0.001).
Wave height and wave velocity were significantly influenced by initial submergence depth and slope angle.
Synchronized monitoring revealed real-time relationships between landslide motion and wave characteristics.

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Yang et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a1bd2375783ba022b6fdaca https://doi.org/10.3390/jmse14111013

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