3D sonar sensors enable unmanned sailing: UAntwerp and Port of Antwerp testing innovative technology for autonomous shipping
Automated navigation is the future of inland shipping. It may sound futuristic, but innovative research carried out by UAntwerp and the Port of Antwerp is bringing us one step closer to this dream. The key: 3D sonar sensors, inspired by the way bats see the world.
‘In 2019, over 42% of all goods entered or left the port of Antwerp via inland waterways’, says port alderman Annick De Ridder. ‘In other words, inland shipping is crucial if we want to ensure the accessibility of our city and our port. By focusing on technology such as unmanned navigation, we want to further increase both the market share and the competitiveness of inland shipping.’
3D sonar sensors enable unmanned sailing
Automated navigation is the future of inland shipping. It may sound futuristic, but innovative research carried out by UAntwerp and the Port of Antwerp is bringing us one step closer to this dream. The key: 3D sonar sensors, inspired by the way bats see the world. In 2019, over 42% of all goods entered or left the port of Antwerp via inland waterways , says port alderman Annick De Ridder. In other words, inland shipping is crucial if we want to ensure the accessibility of our city and our port. By focusing on technology such as unmanned navigation, we want to further increase both the market share and the competitiveness of inland shipping.
Antwerp tests 3D sonar sensors for unmanned shipping January 7, 2021, by Naida Hakirevic
The University of Antwerp (UAntwerp) and the Port of Antwerp have been jointly testing 3D sonar sensors innovative technology for autonomous inland shipping.
At CoSys-Lab, a research group in UAntwerp’s Faculty of Applied Engineering, Prof.
Jan Steckel develops advanced sensor systems that can withstand harsh conditions. “In order to achieve fully autonomous navigation, constant monitoring of the ship’s surroundings is absolutely crucial,” according to Steckel.
“Cameras can be used, of course, but when visibility is poor – due to dust, water sprays, mud, smoke or fog – they don’t work properly.”
ISLAMABAD, Dec. 12 (Gwadar Pro) - Sialkot University of Applied Engineering and Technology, a Rs 14 billion project, will be affiliated with renowned engineering universities from China, Italy and Austria. The university will provide skilled labor and technical training to meet the demands of the local industry.
Prime Minister Imran Khan at the university s groundbreaking ceremony in Sialkot, assured the completion of the university in the next 7 years. Giving credit to Dr. Attaur Rehman, he said under his supervision and advice a similar university in Haripur has already been made operational.
Dr. Rehman who has received the highest national award from China as well as Austria convinced the senior academics and institutions of these countries to collaborate with Pakistan.
Akron Public Schools
High school students in the Akron Public School District now have another option for their studies through the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. s new program for technology and engineering.
An iconic Akron company has joined Akron Public Schools’ effort to reimagine high school education through the College and Career Academies. The district has announced a new partnership with the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co.
Goodyear will become a named integrated partner of the academies with its program focused on the areas of technology and engineering. The Goodyear Academy of Applied Engineering will be housed at Ellet Community Learning Center, and the Goodyear Academy of Advanced Technology and Design will be at the National Inventors Hall of Fame STEM High School.