The 1st International Conference on Maritime Education and Development: ICMED

International Scientific Committee
Organizational Committee
Preface
Contents
Contributors
Part I: Virtual Smartness
Chapter 1: Innovative SAMMON Teaching Method for Ship Handling: Element of the Project EURO-ZA Between South Africa and Europe
1.1 Introduction: Concept for Using Fast-Time Simulation and Intention for Use in the EU Project EURO-ZA
Need for Simulation Support and Fast-Time Simulation Software
Partners for EU Project EURO-ZA and Objectives
1.2 Use of Fast-Time Simulation for Lecturing and Familiarisation Using the Example of Wind Impact on Ship’s Motion
Planning Tool Interface
Samples for Drifting Under Wind with No Propulsion
Rudder and Drift Angle for Balance on Straight Track Under Wind
Wind Impact on Turning Motion
1.3 Use of Fast-Time Simulation for Planning of Manoeuvres for Simulator Training
Task Description: Introduction, Conventional Briefing and New Concept
Briefing by Means of the “SAMMON Manoeuvre Planning & Design Tool”
1.4 Conclusions/Outlook
References
Chapter 2: Artificial Intelligence as a Practical Approach to Represent Complex Dynamic Relationships in Maritime Navigation
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Artificial Neural Networks with External Dynamics
Definitions
Model Architecture
Training of the MLP Network
2.3 Fields of Application
Theoretical vs. Experimental Modelling
Manoeuvring Assistance Software SAMMON
Integration of the MLP Network into SAMMON and SIMOPT
2.4 Practical Implementation of the Method
Data Acquisition
Model Training and Validation
2.5 Application in Education
2.6 Summary and Outlook
References
Chapter 3: Statistical Analysis of the Weather Conditions of the Main SSS Routes in the Western Mediterranean for Its Presentation and Use as a Participatory Site Web to Support Learning Processes
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Materials and Methodology
3.3 Results
3.4 Discussion
3.5 Result Dissemination
3.6 Conclusions
References
Chapter 4: Modeling of the Navigation Situation Monitoring Ship Control System
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Onboard Subsystem of the Remote Monitoring System
4.3 Coastal Subsystem of Remote Monitoring System
4.4 Modeling the Operation of a System for Remote Monitoring of the Navigation Situation and the Status of Ship Control Systems
4.5 Stand Development and Experimental Research
4.6 Conclusion
References
Chapter 5: The Future of Shipping: A Shore-Based Experience?
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Maritime Transportation: The System’s Perspective
Components and Actors
Reviewing Ongoing Developments
5.3 Traffic Monitoring and Control: Today and Tomorrow
State of the Art
A Future’s Scenario
5.4 The Shore-Based Operator’s Perspective
Transition from Navigators, Pilots to Shore-Based Operators
Need for In-Depth Studies to Adapt Maritime Training and Education
5.5 Conclusion and Outlook
References
Chapter 6: UAV for Ecological Monitoring of Water Surface
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Operation Principles
Video Recording System
Fluid Analysis Probe
Flight Altitude Control
Additional Solutions
6.3 Conclusion
References
Chapter 7: Key Features of the Autonomous Underwater Vehicles for Marine Surveillance Missions
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Key Features of AUVs
Navigation Principles
Communication Principles
7.3 The AUVs Deployed in COMPASS2020 Project
The A27 AUV
The A9-E AUV
7.4 Conclusion
References
Chapter 8: Low-Cost Unmanned Surface Vehicle for Autonomous Bathymetric Surveillance
8.1 Introduction
8.2 USV Main Parts
Hull
Engine and Propulsion System
Autopilot Hardware
Autopilot Software
Sonar
Ground Station Software
8.3 Post-processing Software Development
Statement of the Bathymetric Data Visualization Problem
Heat Map Algorithm
8.4 Conclusion
References
Chapter 9: Introduction to the Global Ship Tracking System via Mobile Satellite Constellations
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Development of GST Networks and Equipment
Inmarsat GST Equipment and Data Network
Iridium GST Equipment and Data Network
Globalstar GST Equipment and Data Network
Orbcomm GAT Equipment and Data Network
9.3 Global Ships Tracking (GST) Network
9.4 Satellite Data Link (SDL) Network
9.5 GNSS Augmentation SDL (GASDL) Network
9.6 Conclusion
References
Part II: Legal Issues
Chapter 10: A Legal Analysis of the Collision and Strict Liability Framework for the Shipowner of Unmanned and Autonomous Vessels (South Africa)
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Definitions
What Are Unmanned and Autonomous Vessels?
Internationally Recognised Definition
Will Unmanned and Autonomous Vessels Be Considered as ‘Ships’ Under South African Law?
10.3 Legal Issues Relating to Unmanned and Autonomous Vessel Regulation
10.4 Liability for the Negligent Operation of Unmanned and Autonomous Vessels
Shipowner’s Liability
10.5 An Argument in Favour of the Strict Liability Approach
10.6 Conclusion
References
Chapter 11: Overtaking Vessels: COLREGs vs Practice
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Research Methods
11.3 The Analysis of the Results
11.4 Conclusion
References
Part III: Educational and Training Challenges
Chapter 12: Smart Shipping Needs Smart Maritime Education and Training
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Development Trends in Education
A Brief Historical Overview
Specialist vs. Generalist
12.3 Smart Maritime Education
New “Old” Priorities
The Growing Importance of Diversity
Key Concepts for Future Maritime Education
12.4 Conclusion
References
Chapter 13: Enhancing Maritime Education Through Online Distance Learning in Developing Environments: Case Study of South Africa
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Motives for Implementing ODL
13.3 Purpose of the Study
13.4 Advantages of ODL
13.5 Disadvantages of ODL
13.6 Durban University of Technology and ODL
13.7 Applied Methodology
13.8 Data Collection and Analysis
13.9 Results and Discussion
13.10 Conclusion
References
Chapter 14: Seafarer Training in the Age of Autonomy
14.1 Introduction
14.2 From Perception to Reality
14.3 Are Seafarers Dispensable?
14.4 MASS Era Roles, Skills and Competencies
Skills and Competencies Required in the MASS Era
14.5 Seafarer Training in the Age of Autonomy
14.6 Conclusion
References
Chapter 15: Maritime Education and Training (MET) Curriculum Challenges in the Twenty-First Century
15.1 Introduction
15.2 Problem Statement
15.3 Aims and Objectives
15.4 Research Question
15.5 Applied Methodology
15.6 Curriculum Presage and Foundation of Curriculum Development
15.7 Curriculum Development Model in the Twenty-First Century (Phases)
15.8 Challenges of Curriculum Development
15.9 Government Role
15.10 Conclusion
References
Chapter 16: European Tempus TATU Project as the Basis for the IT/OT Maritime Engineers Education and Retraining
16.1 Introduction
16.2 Purpose
16.3 Approach
16.4 Actual or Anticipated Outcomes
16.5 Conclusions
References
Chapter 17: Digital Transformation of the Education Sector in the Western Balkans
17.1 Introduction
17.2 Industry 4.0: Development Trends and the Most Important Aspects of Action
17.3 Digital Transformation of the Education Sector in the Western Balkans
17.4 Characteristics of Digital Transformation of the Education Sector of the Republic of Srpska
17.5 Conclusion
References
Chapter 18: Artificial Neural Networks in Creating Intelligent Distance Learning Systems
18.1 Introduction
18.2 Method
18.3 Results
18.4 Discussion
18.5 Conclusion
References
Chapter 19: Ambient Intelligence in the Function of E-Learning Improvement
19.1 Introduction
19.2 Method
Analysis of the E-Learning Environment
Identification and Security Context Analyses
Convolution Neural Networks
Description of the General Architecture of Convolution Neural Networks
19.3 Results
19.4 Discussion
19.5 Conclusion
References
Chapter 20: Reflections on the COIL Project Concerning Nuclear Power Generation, Sea Transportation of Radioactive Materials, and Renewables’ Perspectives
20.1 Introduction
20.2 Project Management and Applied Methodology
20.3 The COIL Project Findings
Nuclear Power Controversy and Prospective
Sea Transportation of Nuclear Materials
Brazilian Renewables’ Potentials
South African Renewables’ Potentials
20.4 Conclusion
References
Chapter 21: Personalization of Teaching in E-Learning Systems
21.1 Introduction
21.2 Method
21.3 Results
21.4 Discussion
21.5 Conclusion
References
Chapter 22: The Importance of Information Technologies in Knowledge Management
22.1 Introduction
22.2 Performance of the Educational Process
22.3 Modern Information Technologies in Teaching
22.4 The Role of Teachers in Modern Education
22.5 Forms of Teaching Modernization
22.6 Conclusion
References
Part IV: STCW Concerns
Chapter 23: Qualifications of MET Instructors Case Study: Republic of Croatia
23.1 Introduction
23.2 Challenges for MHE Institutions with Regard to MET Instructors Regarding the Legal Framework for the Education of Seafarers in the Republic of Croatia
23.3 Possible Solutions for Boarding a Ship and Navigation by MET Instructors During Their Employment at a MET Institution
23.4 Starting Points for the Regulation of Labour Law and Social Security Relations in the Legal Regulations of the Republic of Croatia
Regulating Labour Law and Social Security Relations of MET Instructors
Regulating Labour Law and Social Security Relations of Seafarers
23.5 Proposal on the Means of Regulating the Rights of MET Instructors for Boarding a Vessel and Sailing While They Are Employed at an MHE Institution
23.6 Conclusion
References
Chapter 24: A Survey of Maritime English Textbook Activities for Marine Engineers
24.1 Introduction
24.2 Aim and Methodology
24.3 ESP: The Case of Maritime English
24.4 Communicative Approach
24.5 Exercise Typologies
24.6 Results of the Analysis and Discussion
24.7 Conclusion
References
Part V: Voice of Seafarers
Chapter 25: What Seafarers Say
25.1 Introduction
25.2 Almost All Had Close Family Connections Already in the Merchant Navy or, If Not, the Offshore Industry
25.3 No Participant Indicated That a Career in the Merchant Navy Was Their First Choice of Career
25.4 Having Started Their First Trip at Sea, Expectations Were Not Always Met
25.5 Going Away to Sea Changed the Mindset Somewhat
25.6 Likes and Dislikes
References
Part VI: Business vs Sustainability
Chapter 26: An Economic Development Policy Implementation Approach to Creation of Sustainable Maritime SMMEs in the KwaZulu-Natal Province
26.1 Introduction
26.2 Purpose of the Study
26.3 Conceptual/Theoretical Background or Framework
26.4 Methods/Techniques
26.5 Conclusion
References
Chapter 27: Comparing Carbon Footprint of Maritime Transport Routes on North Adriatic-South Africa Trade
27.1 Introduction
27.2 Research Background
27.3 Research Approach
Data Obtaining Method and Selection
Applied Tools and Setting Criteria
27.4 Results and Discussion
Operational and Commercial Data
GHG Footprint and Energy Efficiency
Discussion
27.5 Conclusion
References
Chapter 28: South Adriatic Connectivity Governance as One of the SAGOV Project Concerns
28.1 Introduction
28.2 Current Situation
Need for Cooperation
28.3 SAGOV Project Relevance and Approach
Project Objectives, Expected Result, and Main Outputs
28.4 Conclusions
References
Part VII: Safety and Security in Digital Realm
Chapter 29: Cybersecurity IoT Architecture: One Proposed Solution for the Security Risks and Threats
29.1 Introduction
29.2 IoT Security Frameworks
NIST IoT Security Framework
OWASP IoT Security Framework
29.3 Proposed Solution
29.4 Conclusion
References
Chapter 30: Enhancing Scientific Research Opportunities and E-Learning by Integrating Large Medical ISs
30.1 Introduction
30.2 ICT Systems in Medicine
30.3 Integration and Sharing of Medical Information
30.4 Artificial Intelligence
30.5 Conclusion
References
Chapter 31: E-Learning When Pandemic Endangers Human Population: Case Studies of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Austria
31.1 Introduction
31.2 Case Study Austria
31.3 Case Study Bosnia and Herzegovina
31.4 Conclusion
References
Chapter 32: E-Learning in Secondary Schools in the Republic of Srpska and Improvement Suggestions in COVID-19 Setting
32.1 Introduction
32.2 Organization of Distance Learning in Secondary Schools of the Republic of Srpska
32.3 Survey
Results and Analysis
32.4 Advantages and Disadvantages of Distance Learning
32.5 Conclusion
References
Chapter 33: The Possibility of Using Distance Learning During the Emergency
33.1 Introduction
33.2 Materials and Methods
33.3 Results and Discussion
33.4 Conclusion
References
Chapter 34: E-Education During COVID-19 Pandemic: Apeiron University Practical Experiences
34.1 Introduction
34.2 The Status of E-Education at Pan-European University Apeiron Before the COVID-19 Pandemic
34.3 E-Education in the Context of COVID-19 Pandemic
34.4 Conclusion
References
Chapter 35: MET in Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Setting: A Curse or a Blessing in Disguise?
35.1 Introduction
35.2 Disadvantages
35.3 Advantages
35.4 Conclusion
References
Part VIII: Miscellaneous
Chapter 36: Usage of Information Technologies in the Digitalization Process of the Modern Architectural Office
36.1 Introduction
36.2 Definition of BIM: Advantages and Risks
36.3 IT Requirements for BIM Implementation
36.4 Visualization and Virtual and Augmented Reality
36.5 The Importance of Backup and Snapshotting
36.6 Conclusion
References
Chapter 37: Control Towers in Supply Chain Management: Standardization and Documentation Preparation
37.1 Introduction
37.2 Standardization of Trade Documents
Significance and Role of Standardization: The Layout of Trade Documents
Invoice: Layout
Electronic Transmission
E-CMR
37.3 Conclusion
References
Chapter 38: Space Technology and the Management of Water Infrastructure in South Africa
38.1 Introduction
38.2 Aims and Objectives
Aim of the Study
Objectives of the Study
38.3 Methodology
Research Design
Research Approach
Data Extraction
Analysis
Interpretation
38.4 Managing Water Infrastructure
38.5 Space Technology in Africa and South Africa
38.6 Practical Role of Space Technology
38.7 Linking Water Infrastructure to Space Technology
38.8 How Space Science Technology Can Assist in Resolving the Challenges
38.9 Conclusion
38.10 Recommendations for Future Research
References
Chapter 39: The Analysis of Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) and the Numerical Estimation of Multipath Propagation
39.1 Introduction
39.2 The GNSS Architecture
The GNSS Frequency Allocation and the GNSS Receiver
39.3 The GNSS Multipath
The Receiver and Satellite Multipath
The Diffuse Multipath and the Specular Multipath
The Hardware-Induced Multipath
39.4 The Numerical Algorithms to Estimate the Multipath Along the Receiving Channel
The Numerical Algorithms of the Transfer Function Along the Receiving Channel
Multipath Parameter Definition and Computation
Impact of Multipath on GNSS Code Pseudo-range Measurements
Impact of Multipath on the Code Delay Estimate
Raw Code Multipath Ranging Errors in the Presence of a Single Echo Signal
39.5 Conclusion
References
Chapter 40: Conceptual Design and Analysis of Modern Space Solar Power Satellite and Rectenna Systems
40.1 Introduction
40.2 Research Objective
40.3 Space Solar Power Satellite System Design Requirements
Space Satellite (SUNSAT) System
Microwave Power Transmission System
Ground Rectenna System
40.4 Conclusion
References
Index