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<p>This article discusses the use of a deep learning neural network (DLNN) as a tool to improve maritime safety by classifying the potential threat to shipping posed by unexploded ordnance (UXO) objects. Unexploded ordnance poses a huge threat to maritime users, which is why navies and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) around the world are using dedicated advanced technologies to counter this threat. The measures taken by navies include mine countermeasure units (MCMVs) and mine-hunting technology, which relies on the use of sonar imagery to detect and classify dangerous objects. The modern mine-hunting technique is generally divided into three stages: detection and classification, identification, and neutralisation/disposal. The detection and classification stage is usually carried out using sonar mounted on the hull of a ship or on an underwater vehicle. There is now a strong trend to intensify the use of more advanced technologies, such as synthetic aperture sonar (SAS) for high-resolution data collection. Once the sonar data has been collected, military personnel examine the images of the seabed to detect targets and classify them as mine-like objects (MILCO) or non mine-like objects (NON-MILCO). Computer-aided detection (CAD), computer-aided classification (CAC) and automatic target recognition (ATR) algorithms have been introduced to reduce the burden on the technical operator and reduce post-mission analysis time. This article describes a target classification solution using a DLNN-based approach that can significantly reduce the time required for post-mission data analysis during underwater reconnaissance operations.</p>
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This article discusses the use of a deep learning neural network (DLNN) as a tool to improve maritime safety by classifying the potential threat to shipping posed by unexploded ordnance (UXO) objects. Unexploded ordnance poses a huge threat to maritime users, which is why navies and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) around the world are using dedicated advanced technologies to counter this threat. The measures taken by navies include mine countermeasure units (MCMVs) and mine-hunting technology, which relies on the use of sonar imagery to detect and classify dangerous objects. The modern mine-hunting technique is generally divided into three stages: detection and classification, identification, and neutralisation/disposal. The detection and classification stage is usually carried out using sonar mounted on the hull of a ship or on an underwater vehicle. There is now a strong trend to intensify the use of more advanced technologies, such as synthetic aperture sonar (SAS) for high-resolution data collection. Once the sonar data has been collected, military personnel examine the images of the seabed to detect targets and classify them as mine-like objects (MILCO) or non mine-like objects (NON-MILCO). Computer-aided detection (CAD), computer-aided classification (CAC) and automatic target recognition (ATR) algorithms have been introduced to reduce the burden on the technical operator and reduce post-mission analysis time. This article describes a target classification solution using a DLNN-based approach that can significantly reduce the time required for post-mission data analysis during underwater reconnaissance operations.

Automatic Classification of Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) Based on Deep Learning Neural Networks (DLNNS)

Air Force Institute of Technology, Aircraft Composite Structures Division

Faculty of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering

Polish Maritime Research

This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.

This article discusses the use of a deep learning neural network (DLNN) as a tool to improve maritime safety by classifying the potential threat to shipping...

Automatic Classification of Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) Based on Deep Learning Neural Networks (DLNNS)

Published Online: Mar 29, 2024

Page range: 77 - 84

DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/pomr-2024-0008

Keywords
Deep Learning Neural Network (DLNN), mine detection and classification, sonar imagery, Mine Countermeasure (MCM), Automatic Target Recognition (ATR

© 2024 Norbert Sigiel et al., published by Sciendo

This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.

Automatic Classification of Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) Based on Deep Learning Neural Networks (DLNNS)

Published Online: Mar 29, 2024

Page range: 77 - 84

DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/pomr-2024-0008

KeywordsDeep Learning Neural Network (DLNN), mine detection and classification, sonar imagery, Mine Countermeasure (MCM), Automatic Target Recognition (ATR

© 2024 Norbert Sigiel et al., published by Sciendo

This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.

Keywords
Deep Learning Neural Network (DLNN), mine detection and classification, sonar imagery, Mine Countermeasure (MCM), Automatic Target Recognition (ATR