Marine Radar

Marine radar is a crucial sensor for autonomous navigation in maritime environments, primarily used for object detection and tracking to ensure safe and compliant vessel operation. Current research focuses on improving radar data processing, particularly through advanced feature extraction techniques and algorithms like Kalman filtering for accurate target tracking and prediction, often integrated with navigational charts and collision avoidance rules (COLREGs). These advancements are vital for enhancing the reliability and safety of autonomous surface vessels (ASVs) operating in complex, constrained waterways, contributing significantly to the development of safer and more efficient maritime transportation.