Recent Advances in Applied Ship Hydrodynamics

Dear Colleagues,

The hydrodynamics of the interaction of the marine environment with a floating or sailing ship is crucial for the assessment of its performance in calm and rough waters. The physical phenomena associated with this interaction are studied theoretically, numerically, and experimentally. The recent advent of computers that are high both in power and speed supports the development and implementation of more intricate models to simulate the physics of the complex phenomena encountered. On the other hand, Artificial Intelligence (AI) techniques and Machine Learning (ML) enhanced the potential of System-Based Methods (SBMs) to predict the behavior of ships based on a bulk of data. Experimental techniques offering validation of the numerical calculations as well as insight into sophisticated situations have recently been equipped with innovative instrumentation to derive more reliable and precise data for use by designers and the scientific community. This modern equipment allows for on-board, full-scale data recordings and analysis. All of the available tools are extensively used by the maritime community in their attempt to meet the recent strict requirements imposed by the IMO and EU in the design, operation, and performance of ships with respect to efficiency, safety, and environmental sustainability. This Special Issue aims to highlight the latest research and innovations that contribute to the practical applications of ship hydrodynamics in the maritime industry.

We welcome submissions on a wide range of topics related to applied ship hydrodynamics, including but not limited to the following:

• Ship resistance and propulsion;
• Ship maneuvering and control;
• Ship stability and seakeeping;
• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations in ship hydrodynamics;
• Energy efficiency and emissions reduction in ship operations;
• Propeller and propulsion system design;
• Optimization of hydrodynamic performance;
• Innovative hull forms and design concepts;
• Monitoring and optimization of vessel performance;
• Ship hydrodynamics in waves and currents.

Prof. Dr. Gregory Grigoropoulos
Guest Editor

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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• ship hydrodynamics
• ship resistance and propulsion
• maneuvering and control Stability and seakeeping
• digital twin
• CFD
• propulsion system