Ocean Engineering (OCE)

Section Information

Ocean Engineering focuses on the design, analysis, construction, and operation of systems and structures that operate in marine environments. It integrates principles of hydrodynamics, structural mechanics, materials, offshore engineering, and marine technology to address challenges associated with ocean operations.

Modern ocean engineering incorporates advanced modeling tools, ocean observing technologies, autonomous systems, renewable energy devices, and innovative materials. These developments support safe, efficient, and sustainable utilization of ocean resources while improving the resilience of offshore infrastructure.

This section publishes research articles, technical studies, and reviews on coastal and offshore structures, underwater vehicles, hydrodynamics, marine energy, ocean monitoring, and emerging technologies shaping marine and offshore engineering.

Scope

Marine Hydrodynamics
- Wave mechanics, wave–structure interaction, and ocean circulation
- Ship and offshore structure hydrodynamics
- CFD modeling of marine flows and turbulence
- Resistance, propulsion, and motion prediction
Offshore and Coastal Engineering
- Design and analysis of offshore platforms and subsea structures
- Mooring systems, risers, foundations, and anchoring technologies
- Coastal structures, erosion control, and shoreline protection
- Marine geotechnics and seabed interaction
Ocean Environmental and Energy Systems
- Wave, tidal, and offshore wind energy systems
- Environmental impact analysis and sustainability assessment
- Marine resource utilization and ecosystem considerations
- Renewable offshore energy device design and optimization
Underwater Vehicles and Marine Robotics
- ROVs, AUVs, gliders, and hybrid marine systems
- Navigation, guidance, and control in underwater environments
- Sensing, mapping, and autonomous ocean observation
- Underwater communication and power systems
Ocean Observation and Instrumentation
- Sensors, buoys, moored platforms, and ocean monitoring systems
- Acoustic measurements, sonar technologies, and imaging
- Remote sensing and data assimilation
- Long-term oceanographic data collection and analysis
Materials and Structural Integrity in Marine Environments
- Corrosion, biofouling, and material degradation
- Fatigue, fracture, and structural health monitoring
- Advanced materials for marine and offshore applications
- Lifecycle assessment and maintenance strategies
Marine Safety, Risk, and Operations
- Operational safety and reliability of marine systems
- Risk assessment and hazard analysis for offshore operations
- Regulations, standards, and certification requirements
- Emergency response and marine system resilience