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Simulation of optimal arctic routes using a numerical sea ice model based on an ice-coupled ocean circulation method

  • Nam, Jong-Ho (Division of Naval Architecture & Ocean Systems Engineering, Korea Maritime University) ;
  • Park, Inha (Division of Naval Architecture & Ocean Systems Engineering, Korea Maritime University) ;
  • Lee, Ho Jin (Ocean Science & Technology School, Korea Maritime University) ;
  • Kwon, Mi Ok (Division of Marine Environment & Bioscience, Korea Maritime University) ;
  • Choi, Kyungsik (Department of Ocean Engineering, Korea Maritime University) ;
  • Seo, Young-Kyo (Department of Ocean Engineering, Korea Maritime University)
  • Published : 2013.06.30
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Abstract

Ever since the Arctic region has opened its mysterious passage to mankind, continuous attempts to take advantage of its fastest route across the region has been made. The Arctic region is still covered by thick ice and thus finding a feasible navigating route is essential for an economical voyage. To find the optimal route, it is necessary to establish an efficient transit model that enables us to simulate every possible route in advance. In this work, an enhanced algorithm to determine the optimal route in the Arctic region is introduced. A transit model based on the simulated sea ice and environmental data numerically modeled in the Arctic is developed. By integrating the simulated data into a transit model, further applications such as route simulation, cost estimation or hindcast can be easily performed. An interactive simulation system that determines the optimal Arctic route using the transit model is developed. The simulation of optimal routes is carried out and the validity of the results is discussed.

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