Industrial Consultancy & Sponsored Research (IC&SR) , IIT Madras
A System and Method for Measuring Real-time Meteorological and Oceanographic Data using A Buoyage Network
Technology Category/Market
Category-Data Science & Database System/ Applied Mechanics & Mechanical Engineering
Industry Classification:
NIC (2008)- 5222- Service activities incidental to water transportation; 74903– Weather forecasting activities
NAICS (2020)- 48831- Port and Harbor Operations; 541990– Marine Forecasting Services
Applications:
Data-driven solutions such as Estimated Arrival Time, Just in Time, Voyage Planning, Vehicle Traffic Services or Vehicle Traffic Management System, Smart Docking Aid, Real-time Under Keel Clearance and Climate data.
Market report:
The global marine big data market was valued at USD 0.89 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach USD 2.52 billion by 2032, with a CAGR of 12.2%
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Problem Statement
- Traditional ports or harbors consider historical and forecasted meteorological parameters to issue warnings or notices to vessels about adverse weather conditions such as storms, heavy winds, or fog.
- Historical and forecasted data may provide insights into past trends and events; however, it may not accurately predict future conditions with enough accuracy, particularly in an environment that is changing rapidly.
- Advanced systems, including real-time data collection and predictive analytics, can enhance safety and operational efficiency in ports and harbors, and these technologies are becoming increasingly prevalent in the maritime industry.
- There is a need for a system and method for measuring real-time meteorological and oceanographic data using a buoyage network for smart ports and harbors.
Technology
- The present invention provides a system and method for measuring real-time meteorological and oceanographic data using a buoyage network to enhance the operational efficiency of the port or harbor, vessels, navigational safety, and sustainability.
- It consists of a moored floating station or moored buoy in a network of buoy-based measurement stations moored at the port or harbor waters with the marine navigation and land-based measuring station mounted at jetty or wharf or quay wall of port and harbors
- The buoy-based system (A) is equipped with a cylindrical steel buoy structure featuring a mast and is secured using a two-point mooring system.
- The invention provides a real-time data interface and uses a real-time condition monitoring system that monitors the time, location, battery voltage, signal strength, and remote access to the buoy
- The processed data is then stored in the system’s internal memory for analysis and transmitted to a remote-control station
- Remote access and maintenance is provided using cloud based VPN tunnels and AT commands via SMS to communicate with the embedded controller, gateways, and digital sensors
Key Features/Value Proposition
- Real-time data is indeed often considered better than forecasted and historical data due to its high accuracy, immediate decision making, and crucial role in crisis management.
- The present invention has a buoy with a two-point mooring system whereas conventional technologies have single-point mooring system. The two-point mooring system offers a distinct advantage in terms of stability and reduced vulnerability to shifts in positions.
- Conventional technologies have the emitter at the buoy and the receiver at the remote station. Whereas, the present invention utilizes transceivers at both ends (buoy and remote station), facilitating bilateral communication for remote maintenance through an established data link. ensuring seamless interaction between the buoy and the remote station, facilitating a real-time condition monitoring.
- Conventional technologies uses satellite communication modules for communication to remote location. Whereas, the current invention does not use sub-buoys and includes remote maintenance through cloud-based VPN tunnels.
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Research Lab
Prof. Murali K
Department of Ocean Engineering
Intellectual Property
- IITM IDF Ref 2725
- IN : 548762- Patent Granted
Technology Readiness Level
TRL 9
Basic Actual system proven in operational environment