Aim & Scope for Research

Aim and Scope

Aim

  1. Primary Mission: To serve as a leading international platform supporting innovative and applied research in maritime technology and interdisciplinary fields, with a focus on sustainability, energy efficiency, and digital transformation in the maritime and engineering industries.
  2. Global Contribution: To encourage collaboration among academics, practitioners, and professionals in developing technology-driven solutions for global challenges, including:
    • Climate change.
    • Efficiency in sea transportation.
    • Sustainable management of marine resources.
  3. Value Addition: To provide a forum for sharing research that has practical impacts on maritime technology, mechanical engineering, and Industry 4.0 applications in maritime systems.

Scope

  1. Maritime Engineering Research:
    1. Design and Production:
      • Innovations in ship design, marine engineering, and offshore engineering.
      • New material technologies to enhance maritime structures.
    2. Operations and Maintenance:
      • Automation and control systems in maritime environments.
      • Predictive technologies for maritime asset maintenance.
    3. Environmental Interaction and Safety:
      • Mitigation of environmental impacts in maritime activities.
      • Risk and safety engineering in oceanic operations.
  2. Digital Technology Applications in Industry 4.0:
    1. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Big Data:
      • Big data analytics for optimizing maritime operations.
      • AI applications in weather prediction and maritime risk management.
    2. Internet of Things (IoT):
      • IoT implementations in smart ports and real-time ship monitoring.
      • IoT solutions for supply chain integration in maritime logistics.
    3. Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR):
      • AR/VR-based training for ship crews.
      • VR simulations for maritime design and operations.
  3. Sustainability and Renewable Energy:
    1. Renewable Energy Technologies:
      • Utilization of wind and solar energy in ships and offshore platforms.
      • Innovations in alternative fuel technologies for vessels.
    2. Energy Efficiency and Eco-friendly Design:
      • Energy-efficient ship designs with low carbon footprints.
      • Environmentally friendly cleaning and maintenance technologies.
  4. Mathematical and Computational Approaches:
    1. Modeling and Simulation:
      • Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) for ship design optimization.
      • Numerical simulation for marine structures and material interactions.
    2. Optimization and Risk Assessment:
      • Probabilistic modeling for evaluating risks in maritime operations.
      • Mathematical methods for managing complexity in maritime logistics systems.
  5. Multidisciplinary Integration and Social Impact:
    1. Maritime Economics and Policy:
      • Policy and regulatory studies supporting sustainable maritime industries.
      • Economic impact analysis of new maritime technologies.
    2. Ergonomics and Human Factors:
      • Research on comfort, safety, and productivity in maritime system operations.
    3. Coastal Community Empowerment:
      • Technological solutions for sustainable fisheries and aquaculture.
      • Technology-driven strategies for managing coastal resources.

Focus on Quality and Publishing Ethics

  1. Accepted Articles Must:
    1. Be Original: Not published elsewhere.
    2. Have Scientific Validity: Offer robust, verifiable research methods.
    3. Demonstrate Practical Impact: Deliver tangible applications for the scientific community, industry, and society.
  2. Rigorous Peer-Review Process: Each manuscript will be evaluated by at least two independent experts to ensure high standards of quality.
  3. Commitment to Open Access: Ensuring global visibility and unrestricted access for readers.