Marine Robotic Systems: Modelling, Control, and Applications

Marine Robotic Systems: Modelling, Control, and Applications provides a comprehensive overview of how robotic technologies enable safe and efficient exploration of the challenging ocean environment. The book explains the interdisciplinary nature of marine robotics, covering key aspects such as hydrodynamic modeling, motion dynamics, mechanical design, control strategies, and communication systems in underwater conditions. It discusses different types of marine robots like ROVs and AUVs, their propulsion, energy management, sensing, and autonomy, while highlighting the impact of environmental factors like pressure, currents, and turbulence on performance. The text also explores practical applications in scientific research, industrial inspection, environmental monitoring, and defense, along with current limitations, research challenges, and future trends such as AI-driven autonomy and sustainable robotic systems, offering a clear bridge between theoretical concepts and real-world engineering applications.