Advanced Ship Technology Development and Design
A special issue of Journal of Marine Science and Engineering (ISSN 2077-1312). This special issue belongs to the section "Ocean Engineering".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 5 August 2024 | Viewed by 288
Special Issue Editors
Interests: life cycle analysis; marine transportation; innovative power solutions; sustainable fuels; marine emissions; CFD simulations; digital twin model
Special Issues, Collections and Topics in MDPI journals
Interests: marine power system; ship waste heat utilization; desalination; thermodynamic cycle; green ship technology; ship informatization platform; digitalized production
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue aims to explore ground-breaking advancements in maritime technologies, with a primary focus on key themes such as sustainable ship technology, cutting-edge ship design, digital twin technology, shipyard production innovations, and the end-of-life treatment of vessels.
The maritime industry is currently undergoing significant transformations, propelled by an increasing emphasis on sustainability, efficiency, and lifecycle management. Sustainable ship technology, which encompasses inventive propulsion systems, energy-efficient designs, and environmentally friendly solutions, plays a crucial role in addressing environmental concerns and complying with stringent regulations.
Advancements in ship design extend beyond traditional methods and now integrate state-of-the-art principles in hydrodynamics, materials science, and structural engineering. The incorporation of digital twin technology emerges as a pivotal facilitator, offering a virtual replica of physical assets throughout their lifecycle. This enables the real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and optimization of ship performance, contributing to heightened safety, reliability, and operational efficiency.
Shipyard production techniques are undergoing a paradigm shift with the implementation of advanced manufacturing processes, automation, and digitalization. This Special Issue explores the latest methodologies employed in ship construction and reveals how technological advancements streamline production, reduce costs, and enhance overall productivity.
Additionally, this Special Issue sheds light on the end-of-life treatment of ships, which is a critical concern. As vessels approach the end of their operational lives, their responsible and sustainable disposal is imperative. The Special Issue therefore discusses environmentally friendly strategies for ship recycling, waste management, and the repurposing of materials, with the aim of minimizing the carbon footprint of maritime activities.
By uniting diverse perspectives and the latest research findings, this Special Issue aims to offer a comprehensive overview of the evolving landscape of maritime technologies. Researchers, engineers, and practitioners in the field will discover valuable insights into the multifaceted challenges and opportunities associated with sustainable ship technology, advanced ship design, the application of digital twins, shipyard production techniques, and end-of-life treatment.
Dr. Haibin Wang
Dr. Han Yuan
Dr. Christos I. Papadopoulos
Guest Editors
Manuscript Submission Information
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Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Journal of Marine Science and Engineering is an international peer-reviewed open access monthly journal published by MDPI.
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Keywords
- green ship technology
- advanced ship design
- digital twin applications
- shipyard production techniques
- end-of-life treatment
- advanced ship power system
- shipboard energy storage and conversion
