Collision Prevention Algorithm for Fishing Vessels Using mmWAVE Communication

This study leveraged the millimeter wireless access in vehicular environments (mmWAVE) communication technology to reflect the maneuvering characteristics of small fishing vessels and constructed a collision prevention algorithm that can be applied relatively easily. The algorithm was verified throu...

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Main Authors: Myoung-Ki Lee, Young-Soo Park
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-02-01
Series:Journal of Marine Science and Engineering
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2077-1312/8/2/115
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Summary:This study leveraged the millimeter wireless access in vehicular environments (mmWAVE) communication technology to reflect the maneuvering characteristics of small fishing vessels and constructed a collision prevention algorithm that can be applied relatively easily. The algorithm was verified through simulation and actual ship experiments. The algorithm had four components: detection of vessels within three miles; identification of dangerous vessels by applying the time to the closest point of approach (TCPA) and distance at the closest point of approach (DCPA) criteria; continuous monitoring of maritime traffic risk; and incremental alarm signaling. The simulations and experiments confirmed that the alarm was generated incrementally in accordance with the distance to a dangerous situation, with no false alarms. Thus, the proposed algorithm offers potential to enhance the safety of small fishing vessels.
ISSN:2077-1312