Author : Xinyu Zhang
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
ISBN 13 : 2832555845
Total Pages : 190 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (325 download)
Book Synopsis Advances in Autonomous Ships (AS) For Ocean Observation by : Xinyu Zhang
Download or read book Advances in Autonomous Ships (AS) For Ocean Observation written by Xinyu Zhang and published by Frontiers Media SA. This book was released on 2024-10-22 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ocean observation and exploration have long been pivotal for the advancement of marine science, climate change study, and resource utilization. However, traditional oceanographic methodologies that involve crewed vessels or satellite data can be limited by factors like high operational costs, potential human risk, temporal and spatial resolution limitations. Autonomous Ships (ASs), also known as Unmanned Surface Vessels (USVs), have emerged as a promising alternative with their high endurance, lower operating costs, and the capability of venturing into hazardous or hard-to-reach environments. USVs or ASs are increasingly being utilized for oceanographic research tasks such as data collection, seafloor mapping, environmental monitoring, and marine life surveys. Equipped with a variety of sensors and devices, these autonomous ships can perform observations and gather crucial oceanic data over large geographical scales and extended time frames, providing a wealth of valuable information for marine scientists.