Brandon Barker

The Evolution of Shipping: Sailing Toward a High-Tech Horizon Shipping has been the backbone of global trade for centuries, its evolution mirroring the march of human progress. Today, we stand at the cusp of a new era where the confluence of technology, environmental imperatives, and changing economic dynamics are reshaping the maritime landscape. This imminent …

The Future Fleet: Visions for the Next Generation of Shipping Read More »

The ocean is not a silent world. Sound waves travel quicker and farther through the water than they do in the air, making acoustics crucial in the marine environment, especially when it comes to ship design. Ships, submarines, and other vessels are designed with careful consideration of how they interact with the sounds of the …

Aquatic Acoustics: The Science of Sound in Ship Design Read More »

Catamarans, with their two hulls, have etched their names in the history of maritime vessels for their unique characteristics. Unlike single-hulled monohulls, their dual-hull design offers stability, space, and speed, which makes them favored choices for many water enthusiasts and professionals. The engineering that goes into making these boats both fast and efficient is a …

Fleet Footed: Engineering Fast and Efficient Catamarans Read More »

Wave phenomena play a central role in the vast expanses of the ocean, affecting everything from marine navigation to coastal engineering and marine ecosystem health. Understanding the mathematics and physics underlying waves allows marine engineers and oceanographers to mitigate risks and harness wave power for human benefit. Let’s delve deeper into this fascinating topic and …

Waveform Wonders: The Physics of Waves in Marine Engineering Read More »

The maritime industry is an integral component of global trade and economy, responsible for moving billions of tons of goods across the world’s oceans every year. As technology advances, the maritime sector is undergoing a transformation, and one of the most promising developments is the integration of the Internet of Things (IoT) into maritime operations. …

Smart Sailing: Implementing IoT in Maritime Operations Read More »

Hydrodynamics is a branch of fluid dynamics that deals with the study of fluids in motion. In the context of the marine industry, hydrodynamic ship modeling plays a critical role in the design and operation of modern vessels. As we move deeper into the 21st century, advances in this field continue to push the boundaries …

Navigating the Currents: Advances in Hydrodynamic Ship Modeling Read More »

When an individual falls overboard from a vessel at sea, time is of the essence. The environment can be harsh and unforgiving, and the longer a person remains in the water, the greater the risk of hypothermia, injury, and drowning. Consequently, the maritime community has long sought efficient and effective methods to perform search and …

Man Overboard: Engineering for Marine Search and Rescue Read More »

Marine structures constitute a significant and often underappreciated area of engineering. Their construction revolves around performance requirements that differ greatly from land-based structures due to the unique and challenging marine environment they must endure. These constructions include a wide range of projects, from bridges and ports to offshore wind farms and rigs. While the world …

Building the Unseen: The Foundations of Marine Structures Read More »

Sonar technology has come a long way since its initial development, and its advancements have opened new vistas in the exploration of the ocean floor—an environment that remains less known than the surface of the Moon. Sound Navigation and Ranging, commonly known as sonar, is a technique that uses sound propagation under water to navigate, …

Charting New Depths: Sonar Advances in Ocean Floor Mapping Read More »

Dredging is an essential activity in aquatic environments, primarily utilized for the maintenance of waterways, harbors, and ports, ensuring safe navigation, flood management, and even the reclamation of land. However, traditional dredging practices can sometimes harm the ecosystems under and around the water, causing a negative impact on biodiversity. Eco-friendly dredging techniques aim to minimize …

Balancing the Biodiversity: Eco-Friendly Dredging Techniques Read More »