Rogue waves, long considered maritime myths, are massive ocean waves that can cause significant damage to ships and oil rigs. Researchers have made a groundbreaking advancement in predicting these waves using AI. | Interesting Engineering

Those waves look scary! Passengers aboard a cruise ship in the North Sea experienced the full force of rogue waves out in the open. | USA TODAY

When Myths Meet Science: Rogue Waves Explained A rogue wave is a sudden, very large ocean wave that appears much bigger than the others around it. It forms through a process called constructive interference, which happens when two or more smaller waves meet and their crests combine to create one much larger wave. Changes in wind and ocean currents can also push waves together, adding to their size. These powerful waves can rise over 25 meters high and pose serious danger to ships and offshore st