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Convolutional neural network target detection in hyperspectral imaging for maritime surveillance

International Journal of Advanced Robotic Systems, 2019
This work addresses a hyperspectral imaging system for maritime surveillance using unmanned aerial vehicles. The objective was to detect the presence of vessels using purely spatial and spectral hyperspectral information. To accomplish this objective, we
Sara Freitas, Hugo Silva, José Miguel Almeida, Eduardo Silva   +3 more
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An Islamic Perspective on the Sustainable Development Goals: Exploring Key Challenges From the Ravi Riverfront Urban Development Project

Sustainable Development, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Projects are typically viewed as mechanisms for delivering products and services; however, this study examines projects from the distinct perspective of grand challenges (GCs). The selected case is the Ravi Riverfront Urban Development Project in Lahore, Pakistan—a grand challenge project (GCP).
Rehab Iftikhar, Syed Nayyer Abbas Kazmi
wiley   +1 more source

Maritime Security and Risk Assessments

Journal of Marine Science and Engineering
The main topics of the presented papers focus on various aspects of maritime operations and security, including anomaly detection in maritime traffic, collision risk assessment, and the use of Automatic Identification System (AIS) data for enhancing ...
Marko Perkovič, Lucjan Gucma, Sebastian Feuerstack   +2 more
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The Tools of Owatatsumi: Japan's Ocean Surveillance and Coastal Defence Capabilities [PDF]

, 2015
Japan is quintessentially by geography a maritime country. Maritime surveillance capabilities – underwater, shore-based and airborne – are critical to its national defence posture.
Ball, Desmond, Tanter, Richard
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Regional Sustainable Economic Development in the Caribbean? A Discursive Inquiry

Sustainable Development, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT The Caribbean region is governed by several regional bodies. Among the more important organizations for small island states, where coral reefs and ocean conservation are paramount, is the Caribbean Community (CARICOM). Currently, the region is going through critical environmental changes that bring important vulnerabilities.
Peter J. Jacques, Audrey Copeland
wiley   +1 more source

Theorizing future phenomena: Metaverse, wearables, and humanoids

Strategic Entrepreneurship Journal, EarlyView.
Abstract Research Summary We propose that entrepreneurship and strategy research can develop theory about phenomena of the future rather than only explain those of the past. Research has potential for practical relevance when researchers make claims towards applications to decisions practitioners have yet to make.
Andy Wu, Ronald Wang
wiley   +1 more source

Maritime Communication, Navigation and Surveillance (CNS) [PDF]

TransNav, 2011
This paper introduces development and implementation of Maritime Satellite Communications, Navigation and Surveillance (CNS) of GPS or GLONASS for enhancement of safety and emergency systems including security and control of vessels, logistic and freight
Stojce Dimov Ilcev
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Toward Enhanced Safety Management in Wave Energy Power Plant Construction Projects: FMEA and HAZOP Combination

Safety Science and Technology, EarlyView.
Consolidated FMEA–HAZOP safety management framework for WEC construction projects. ABSTRACT This study presents an advanced safety management framework for “Wave Energy Converter” (WEC) projects, addressing the inherent uncertainty, technological complexity, and environmental exposure of offshore renewable energy systems.
Panagiotis K. Marhavilas, Konstantinos Douitsis, Nick Delianidis, Stefanos Keskinis, Georgios Charalampos Kafoutis   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Multi-sensor data fusion in maritime surveillance: a review on methods and applications [PDF]

PeerJ Computer Science
The aim of maritime surveillance is to support maritime security by protecting national and international rights and interests through reliable monitoring systems, thereby increasing situational awareness. As threats continue to grow, ranging from piracy
Berrin Bal Şahin, Çağatay Berke Erdaş, Emre Sümer   +2 more
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The Irish Maritime Transport Economist Volume 5

, 2008
The Irish Maritime Development Office (IMDO) of the Marine Institute publishes the Irish Maritime Transport Economist each year to provide a descriptive statistical analysis of the Irish ports and shipping services sector, as well as the many factors ...
Irish Maritime Development Office
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