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Autonomy on water: what we can learn from the AUTOBarge project
Navigating through rivers and canals without human crews onboard and efficiently controlling the vessel from remote or autonomously with zero…
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Bridging the Safety Gap for Machine Learning Models in Autonomous Surface Vehicles
Autonomous Surface Vehicles (ASVs) are revolutionizing maritime transportation, driven by advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI), particularly Machine Learning (ML). However,…
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Should You Do a Postdoc After Your PhD? A Guide For PhD Graduates
Introduction The transition from a PhD to the next stage of one’s career is a crucial decision that requires careful…
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Energy system modelling and optimisation of inland vessel
As the maritime industry moves toward sustainability, energy efficiency in inland vessels has become a critical focus. Inland vessels, including…
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PhD Life in Sweden: A Balance of Work and Leisure
PhD Life in Sweden: A Blend of Rigorous Research and Rich Lifestyle Workwise: Becoming an Independent Researcher Embarking on a…
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Anotter day at Nyhavna
Otters are adorable mammals that can be found throughout Norway, especially along the coast north of Central Norway. These beautiful…
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Extended Object Tracking: What is it and why is it important for autonomous navigation in inland waterways?
One of the most important tasks when navigating a vessel is avoiding other vessels. A ship captain can rely on…
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The struggle of a PhD student
In previous blog posts, we discussed the many positives of pursuing a doctoral degree: competitive salary, work-life balance, the opportunity…
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Ship Intention Modeling for Trajectory Prediction of Target Vessels
Background Waterway transport is frequently viewed as an eco-friendly alternative for reducing road congestion, as its emissions are considerably lower…
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Immersive Experience with Industry: Secondment at Periskal
My first secondment took place in the height of summer when I arrived at Periskal, a company located in the…
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Autonomous = Safer?
On March 26, 2024, at around 1:30 AM, on a clear night, a massive cargo ship lost its steering power…
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The Life of an Industrial PhD Student: A Journey of Discovery and Balance
Entering an Industrial PhD program is a rather interesting adventure to undertake, as it combines academics with practical working experience.…
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Navigating New Horizons: My International Journey as a Marie Curie Doctoral Fellow
When I first received the news that I had been awarded the Marie Curie Doctoral Fellowship, I was filled with…
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Midnight sun and Participatory design: a secondment in Northern Norway
Did you know that Bodø was the European Capital of Culture in 2024? The beautiful capital of Nordland (Norway) hosted…
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Digital Literacy – Why it Matters to Everyone in a Democratic Society, Including Digital Natives
In today’s interconnected world, the terms ‘digital native’ and ‘digitally literate’ are often used interchangeably, but they actually represent two…
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MSCA AUTOBarge fellows gathered in the sustainable port of Gothenburg!
Recently, almost half of the AUTOBarge ESRs were located at Chalmers University of Technology, Gothenburg, Sweden. This provides a wonderful…
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Talking science to a smart ten years old: doing science communication as a PhD student
Perhaps the title of this blog is quite controversial, but it is a perfect metaphor for science communication. More and…
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A Season of Blossoms and Insights: My Three-Month Journey at TU Delft
As the winter chill began to recede, I embarked on a vibrant three-month journey at TU Delft, starting in March.…
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If we lived in a cartoon world, what would AUTOBarge ESRs look like?
If we lived in a cartoon world, what would our ESRs (Early Stage Researchers) in autobarge look like? Here, we…
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The Antwerp Inland Shipping School, two years apart
When I applied for my PhD within AUTOBarge, I knew I wanted to grow and build a career in the…
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