Areas of Concentration and Research Lines

1st Area of Concentration: Analysis of Processes and Naval Construction Systems

 

This area addresses the challenges associated with the construction and analysis of vessels designed for the unique characteristics of Amazonian rivers, such as shallow depths, variable currents, and remote areas. The research lines in this area were developed to explore innovative solutions that meet local needs while aligning with global demands in Naval Engineering:

  • Ship Design: Develops efficient, safe, and sustainable vessel projects for Amazonian navigation. Integrates ecosystem preservation with technological innovation.

  • Hydrodynamic Systems: Analyzes vessel performance in Amazonian rivers (shallow waters and strong currents). Promotes energy efficiency and operational safety, integrating interdisciplinary knowledge to provide innovative solutions.

  • Applied Computational Intelligence: Uses AI to optimize vessel design, manufacturing, and waterway transportation in the Amazon, promoting efficiency and sustainability.

 

2nd Area of Concentration: Waterway Transportation

 

The Amazon basin, with one of the largest and most complex river networks in the world, makes waterway transportation an essential infrastructure for the region. This area of concentration addresses challenges related to logistics, sustainability, and integration of river transport, considering the region’s socioeconomic and environmental particularities. Its research lines reflect this articulation:

  • Economic Feasibility Studies of Transport Projects: Evaluates the logistical and financial challenges of Amazonian waterway transport. Considers limited infrastructure and long distances, providing input for public policies and investment attraction.

  • River and Estuarine Geomorphology: Integrates Naval, Ocean, Water Resources, and Environmental Engineering to analyze Amazonian river dynamics for route planning. Minimizes environmental impacts and ensures navigability in sedimentary areas.

  • Transport Planning: Focuses on logistics integration, aiming to improve the efficiency of Amazonian river systems, reduce costs, and enhance connectivity in remote regions.

  • Waterway and Port Infrastructure: Plans port and waterway facilities in the Amazon, emphasizing access to remote areas, environmental protection, and sustainable solutions.

  • Applied Computational Intelligence: Applies AI to optimize navigation routes in the Amazon, taking into account seasonality and river levels, enhancing efficiency and sustainability.