What models are used for calculations?

The engine utilizes McCowan's Criterion for depth-limited breaking and Miche's Criterion for steepness-based breaking.

How can I determine the type of wave break?

You can use the `analyze_breaker_type` tool, which evaluates wave height, wavelength, and beach slope to classify the break as spilling, plunging, or surging.

Does this tool account for seafloor slope?

Yes, the beach slope is a required input for most tools, including `get_breaking_height`, to ensure accurate predictions.

Wave Breaking Criteria Engine MCP Connector for Claude

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Predict wave breaking height, type, and conditions using oceanographic models.

4 tools Official Updated Oct 1, 2026 Official Vinkius Partner

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This MCP server provides specialized computational tools for oceanographic analysis. It uses McCowan and Miche models to determine when and how waves break based on water depth, wavelength, and beach slope. Use check_breaking_conditions for a full diagnostic, get_breaking_height to find depth-limited maximums, analyze_breaker_type to identify if a wave will be spilling, plunging, or surging, and compare_criteria_models to evaluate model variance.

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Connect to Claude

Subscribe on Vinkius, then add this connector to Claude.ai or Claude Code.

① Claude.ai (web app)

Go to Settings → Connectors → Add custom connector
Paste the MCP endpoint URL below

https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_LElA05X9nIrlBv7veSvPcZtnwblPwwCV3wznmh4s/mcp

② Claude Code (terminal)

claude mcp add --transport http wave-breaking-criteria-engine https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_LElA05X9nIrlBv7veSvPcZtnwblPwwCV3wznmh4s/mcp

③ Claude Desktop

Add to claude_desktop_config.json:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "wave-breaking-criteria-engine": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_LElA05X9nIrlBv7veSvPcZtnwblPwwCV3wznmh4s/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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