Research |
Period |
Researcher(s) |
Overview |
Plan |
2002 |
1. An LPV model of vehicle dynamics |
5 |
4 |
H. Kajiwara |
The varying linear parameter (LPV) models that form the foundation
of gain scheduling control are constructed and evaluated. |
2. An autonomous system for unmanned vehicles |
5 |
4 |
H. Kajiwara |
For essential technology to make unmanned ocean observation
vehicles autonomous, research on developing imaging sensors and using virtual
reality is conducted. |
3. Discrete system simulation |
5 |
4 |
H. Kajiwara |
Discrete systems are typified by transportation and distribution
systems. This research reviews discrete-event-driven mathematical modeling, parameter
optimization based on genetic algorithms, and simulation for computer aided design
(CAD). |
4. A calculation method for surface force generated
by the propeller |
5 |
5 |
K. Nakatake J. Andoh |
Using SQCM, a new panel method by Kyusyu University, develop
a calculation method of surface force generated by the propeller is developed. |
5. Propulsion performance of ships equipped with
a Pod propeller |
2 |
1 |
K. Nakatake J. Andoh A. Yoshitake |
By experimenting in test tanks and calculation theory-based,
propulsion performance of ships equipped with Pod propeller is clarified. |
6. Research and development of an automatic vessel
navigation system |
3 |
3 |
K. Kijima |
A practical automatic navigation system for ocean-going ships
is developed. |
7. Developing an easy-to-use ship handling simulator |
3 |
1 |
K. Kijima |
An easy-to-use on-board ship-handling simulator for operation
planning is developed. |
8. A dynamic positioning control system for FPSO
(Floating Production Storage Offloading) |
3 |
2 |
K. Kijima |
A control system for FPSO dynamic positioning is developed. |
9. Ship maneuverability in restricted waters |
3 |
1 |
K. Kijima |
Interference hydrodynamic forces on hulls and evaluation ship
maneuverability is estimated when the ship is sailing near walls or jetties. |
10. A method to estimate hydrodynamic forces on
hulls in shallow waters. |
3 |
2 |
K. Kijima |
A theoretical estimation of hydrodynamic forces on hulls in
shallow waters is developed. |
11. Estimation of hydrodynamic forces on the hull
based on a three-dimensional discrete vortex method |
3 |
2 |
Y. Furukawa |
Using a three-dimensional discrete vortex method, a method
to estimate hydrodynamic forces on hulls sailing at a wide oblique angle is developed. |
12. Turbulent thermal diffusion in fire subdivision
and fire prevention |
5 |
5 |
N. Fukuchi |
Mathematical fire models in subdivisions and of fire spread
into neighboring subdivisions are formulated. An understanding of fire in subdivisions
and pool combustion is developed and fire prevention measures are established. |
13. Intense deformation and dynamics in disturbance
for curved surfaces under driven loads |
4 |
3 |
N. Fukuchi |
Intense deformation and dynamics in the disturbance of thin
shell and cross-arch structures under driven loads are analyzed. Phenomena from
periodic motion to unstable state through chaotic behavior are clarified. |
14. The impact of oil contamination on the ecosystem
and ecosystem conservation measures |
3 |
3 |
N. Fukuchi T. Shinoda |
Ecosystem conservation measures are evaluated by dynamic simulation
that analyzes how oil contamination spreads and impacts on the ecosystem. |
15. Safety mechanisms based on emergency human
behavior |
5 |
4 |
N. Fukuchi |
For maritime safety and crisis prevention, system stability
using a human behavioral model that factors in information on emergency processes
is evaluated. This research includes stress analysis using electrocardiogram. |
16. Conceptual design of and feasibility study
on an offshore waste disposal plant |
4 |
3 |
T. Shinoda |
Because waste disposal has become a serious issue, research
on developing a comprehensive offshore waste disposal system that includes collection
and treatment is conducted. |
17. Reliability and risk assessment of a functional
system based on the human factor |
5 |
3 |
N. Fukuchi T. Shinoda |
Reliability and risk assessment of the error prevention system
under emergency stress in ship and cargo handling works is conducted. |
18. Establishing logistics for the next generation |
4 |
3 |
T. Shinoda N. Fukuchi |
Application technology for realizing a new transportation
system and logistics that will serve as the foundation of economic and social
infrastructure are researched. |
19. A ventilation system for factories, and a
multi-phase flow analysis of fumes |
4 |
2 |
N. Fukuchi T. Shinoda |
Research on a proper ventilation system and flow analysis
of cutting and welding fumes is conducted. |
20. Structural optimization for mega float structures |
5 |
2 |
S. Kagawa Y. Yasuzawa K. Toyoda |
Research on structural optimization for mega float structure
is conducted. |
21. Developing supporting tools for maintenance
from vibration |
2 |
2 |
S. Kagawa Y. Yasuzawa |
Supporting tools for maintaining the vibration intensity of
ships are developed, and a database is constructed. |
22. Structural responses of underwater large shell
structures |
5 |
4 |
Y. Yasuzawa |
As feasibility study on large underwater structures is undertaken,
and research on the structural response to ocean waves and earthquakes is conducted. |
23. Added mass characteristics of internal components
of tanks |
4 |
4 |
S. Kagawa Y. Yasuzawa M. Maeda |
Research on the impact of internal member's added mass on
tank's vibration with water. |
24. Dynamically explicit FEM |
5 |
4 |
Y. Yasuzawa M. Maeda |
Explicit dynamic FEM is applied to thin- walled structures,
and its computation method is applied. |
25. Whipping of the hull |
5 |
4 |
S. Kagawa Y. Yasuzawa M. Maeda |
Method of reflecting whipping to hull design is studied. |
26. The resonance of the VLFS and the reduction
of dynamic response |
5 |
1 |
Y. Yasuzawa |
The resonance of the VLFS as a dynamic response in ocean waves
is clarified. A method of reducing dynamic response is sought. |
27. Parallel processing of large-scale analysis
of hull vibration |
5 |
1 |
Y. Yasuzawa S. Kagawa M. Maeda |
An efficient apparel computing method for large-scale analysis
of hull vibration is developed. |
28. Creation of an SN curve for steel structures |
4 |
2 |
M. Toyosada K. Gotoh |
Using common theory, a method of evaluating the steel structure
lifecycle that includes "initiation of fatigue cracks," "the development and combination
of micro-cracks," "small surface cracks" and "deep cracks" are studied. |
29. The capability of structures to withstand
impulsive force by earthquakes |
5 |
3 |
M. Toyosada K. Gotoh |
A 3D dynamic elasto-plastic program that incorporates a constitutive
equation based on temperature and the strain rate parameter (R value) is established.
Through demonstration experiments of brittle fractures and elephant foot buckling
that occurred during the Kobe earthquake, a technology that enables theoretical
forecast is established. A new aseismic design standard is also discussed. |
30. An estimation method of deformation by a thermoplastic
process |
3 |
3 |
M. Toyosada K. Gotoh |
Considering inherent strain, inherent moment, and thermal
process order, FEM is used to establish a method of estimating deformation. |
31. Plastic constraint that affects fracture toughness
and variation in fracture toughness |
5 |
3 |
M. Toyosada K. Gotoh |
Factoring in the effect of high strain rate, research on the
plastic constraint on fracture toughness and what causes fracture toughness variation
is conducted. |
32. The optimum nesting method for thermal cutting |
3 |
2 |
M. Toyosada K. Gotoh |
A nesting method that enables the optimum cutting process
by minimizing deformation causes by thermal cutting is developed. |
33. Material configuration considering the deformation
mechanism under a high strain rate |
2 |
2 |
M. Toyosada K. Gotoh |
A constitutive equation considering the material deformation
mechanism that is inherent under high strain rates is developed. |
34. Pipeline safety |
1 |
1 |
K. Gotoh M. Toyosada |
The research trend in seabed pipeline safety is clarified.
Future study subjects are extracted. |
35. Analysis of the mathematical structure of
marine container transportation systems |
4 |
3 |
A. Shinkai |
Marine container transportation networks and research on exploring
the new network are analyzed. |
36. Wind-powered ships |
5 |
4 |
A. Shinkai |
Wind power propulsion is developed. |
37. Constructing a design support system using
information from marine observation satellites |
4 |
4 |
A. Shinkai |
How to efficiently utilize marine weather information transmitted
from meteorological satellites are researched and developed. |
38. Behavior analysis of water on deck during
wave uprush and its impact on seaworthiness |
2 |
2 |
A. Shinkai |
Water behavior on deck during wave uprush is analyzed. The
design of small ships with satisfactory seaworthiness is researched. |
39. Research on optimum hull design of racing
yachts. |
4 |
3 |
A. Shinkai |
Racing yacht hulls are developed. |
40. Probabilistic estimation of sea margin |
3 |
1 |
A. Shinkai |
Techniques to probabilistically estimate vessel performance
in storms are formulated. |
41. Building an oceanic environmental information
database based on satellite remote sensing |
3 |
3 |
A. Shinkai |
Effective application of oceanic environmental information
based on remote satellite sensing is established. |
42. Offshore wind power energy utilization plan |
4 |
1 |
A. Shinkai |
Survey and research on the possible development of an offshore
windmill electric generation system are conducted. |