Celestial navigation fix based on particle swarm optimization

• Autorzy: Tsou M.-C.
• Języki publikacji: EN

Abstrakty

EN

A technique for solving celestial fix problems is proposed in this study. This method is based on Particle Swarm Optimization from the field of swarm intelligence, utilizing its superior optimization and searching abilities to obtain the most probable astronomical vessel position. In addition to being applicable to two-body fix, multi-body fix, and high-altitude observation problems, it is also less reliant on the initial dead reckoning position. Moreover, by introducing spatial data processing and display functions in a Geographical Information System, calculation results and chart work used in Circle of Position graphical positioning can both be integrated. As a result, in addition to avoiding tedious and complicated computational and graphical procedures, this work has more flexibility and is more robust when compared to other analytical approaches.

Słowa kluczowe

EN

particle swarm optimization (PSO); Celestial navigation; Intercept method

• Wydawca: Gdańsk University of Technology, Faculty of Ocean Engineering & Ship Technology
• Czasopismo: Polish Maritime Research
• Rocznik: 2015
• Tom: nr 3
• Strony: 20--27
• Opis fizyczny: Bibliogr. 19 poz., rys., tab.

Twórcy

autor

Tsou M.-C.

• National Kaohsiung Marine University 482, Chung-Chou 3rd Rd. Chi-Jin District Kaohsiung City 80543, Taiwan

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