Computational historians at the Institute of Ancient Studies have successfully reconstructed a fragmentary Sanskrit manuscript titled Ganita-Gola-Rahasya. Using advanced AI-driven multispectral imaging, the team deciphered complex mathematical series that model the diffraction patterns of deep-sea waves as they interact with coastal geography. The algorithms, dating back to the 11th century, suggest that medieval Indian scholars possessed a sophisticated understanding of fluid dynamics specifically aimed at mitigating the impact of tidal surges and tsunamis along the Coromandel Coast.
The study demonstrates that these ancient mathematicians used a form of spherical trigonometry to calculate how underwater topography alters wave velocity and height. These findings rewrite the history of coastal engineering in India, indicating that the construction of early maritime infrastructure, such as harbor walls and breakwaters, was guided by rigorous theoretical modeling rather than just trial and error. This discovery highlights the depth of scientific inquiry in the medieval period and its practical applications in disaster management.