Modeling, Guidance and Control of Marine Robotics
A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Marine Science and Engineering".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 November 2024 | Viewed by 2065
Special Issue Editor
Interests: control systems engineering; ocean engineering; autonomous underwater vehicles; marine robots; intelligent ship
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
It is our pleasure to invite you to contribute to this Special Issue entitled “Modeling, Guidance and Control of Marine Robotics”.
Marine robotics includes a wide range of devices, from autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) and remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) to gliders and unmanned surface vehicles (USVs). These devices can be used for a range of tasks, such as mapping the seafloor, collecting data on ocean currents and water quality, and monitoring marine life. Modeling, guidance and control are critical aspects of marine robotics that enable robots and autonomous vehicles to perform their intended tasks effectively and efficiently. In recent years, the modeling, guidance and control of marine robotics have attracted worldwide attention.
Modeling involves the development of mathematical models that describe the behavior and performance of marine robots. These models can be used to simulate a robot's performance in various scenarios, such as in different sea states or with different payloads. Modeling is essential for designing and optimizing marine robots and for predicting their behavior in different operating conditions. Guidance refers to the process of providing a robot with instructions or commands to follow. In marine robotics, guidance can involve determining the robot's position and orientation, calculating the optimal path for the robot to follow, and adjusting the robot's trajectory to avoid obstacles or other hazards. Guidance systems often rely on various sensors, such as sonar, GPS, and cameras, to provide information about the robot's surroundings and position. Control means using algorithms and feedback systems to adjust the robot's behavior and ensure that it follows the desired trajectory or path. Control systems can vary depending on the specific application and the type of robot being used. For example, control systems for an AUV might involve adjusting its buoyancy to control its depth, while control systems for an ROV might involve adjusting the thrusters to maintain position and orientation.
Overall, modeling, guidance and control are essential for the effective operation of marine robots and autonomous vehicles. These technologies enable marine robots to navigate complex environments, avoid obstacles, and perform tasks with precision and accuracy, ultimately leading to more efficient and effective marine exploration and research.
This Special Issue aims to address the recent advances in the modeling, guidance and control of marine robotics. Submissions can address, but are not limited to, the following topics:
- Modeling of marine robotics;
- Maneuverability modeling and analysis of marine robotics;
- Seakeeping analysis and modeling of marine robotics;
- Ship performance design and modeling analysis of marine robotics;
- Guidance of marine robotics;
- Video processing for intelligent marine robots;
- Sensing technology for marine robotics;
- Precision instrumentation for marine robots;
- Integrated behavior and decision in marine robotics;
- Control and operation of marine robotics;
- Multi-robot communication and coordination;
- Control of networked marine robots;
- Evolutionary learning for swarm marine robotics;
- Development and application of special marine robots.
Submissions of both original research articles and review articles are welcome. In addition, articles with remarkable contributions to recent conferences in this field are also welcomed to expand for publication in this Special Issue. We hope that this collection of articles will highlight the recent progress made in the area of marine robotics and serve as an inspiration for those working in this area.
Dr. Zaopeng Dong
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- marine robotics
- ship design
- autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs)
- unmanned surface vehicles (USVs)
