DCPA (Distance of Closest Point of Approach)
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A ship autonomous navigation decision-making method based on the OODA loop theory
Autonomous ship navigation demands robust decision-making, particularly in complex encounter scenarios. This study introduces a novel method grounded in the OODA loop theory, establishing a closed-loop navigation logic encompassing observation, risk assessment, decision generation, and motion control. Employing a quaternion ship domain model and an improved velocity obstacle algorithm, the system generates safe, COLREGs-compliant maneuvering decisions. Simulation results demonstrate consistent safety margins, even with minimal time-to-collision. For further exploration of maritime security technologies, see our recent article on the KONGSBERG Aegir sonar family.
Do maritime safety actions deliver lasting risk reduction? Evidence from AIS-based near-miss analysis using difference-in-differences
Maritime administrations often implement targeted safety actions to reduce collision risk, yet rigorous empirical evidence of their lasting impact remains scarce. A recent study addresses this gap by evaluating a special safety action in Ningbo–Zhoushan waters using a novel AIS-based framework and difference-in-differences design. Analysis of near-miss events, measured through vessel trajectory data, revealed no statistically significant reduction in risk indicators. While the methodology demonstrates the value of behavioral data for policy evaluation, findings suggest caution regarding the action's effectiveness, particularly given seasonal influences.