MARINE GEORESOURCES & GEOTECHNOLOGY
Scope & Guideline
Integrating Science and Engineering Beneath the Waves
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Marine Geotechnical Engineering:
Research articles explore the geotechnical behavior of marine soils, including their mechanical properties, consolidation behavior, and stability analyses under various loading conditions. - Marine Resource Exploration and Exploitation:
The journal emphasizes methodologies and technologies for the exploration and extraction of marine resources, including hydrocarbons, minerals, and renewable energy sources. - Environmental Impact Assessments:
Papers discuss the environmental impacts of marine construction and resource extraction, focusing on sustainable practices and mitigation strategies. - Innovative Testing and Modelling Techniques:
The journal features advancements in experimental and numerical modeling techniques to better understand and predict the behavior of marine soils and structures. - Marine Sediment Dynamics:
Research on sedimentation processes, liquefaction potential, and seabed stability is a core area, reflecting the importance of understanding sediment behavior in marine environments. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
The journal promotes interdisciplinary research that combines geotechnical engineering, marine biology, environmental science, and geochemistry to address complex marine challenges.
Trending and Emerging
- Sustainable Marine Resource Management:
Research focusing on sustainable practices for marine resource management is gaining momentum, reflecting global concerns over environmental degradation and resource depletion. - Advancements in Machine Learning and AI Applications:
The integration of machine learning and artificial intelligence in predicting soil behavior, resource assessment, and environmental impact assessments is increasingly prevalent. - Bioengineering and Eco-friendly Solutions:
The exploration of bioengineering techniques, such as microbial-induced calcite precipitation (MICP), for soil stabilization and erosion control is emerging as a significant area of interest. - Climate Change Impact Studies on Marine Environments:
There is a growing trend in studying the effects of climate change on marine geotechnical properties, sediment dynamics, and coastal resilience, driven by increasing environmental awareness. - Deep-Sea Mining Technologies:
With the rise of interest in deep-sea mining, innovative technologies and methodologies for resource extraction in challenging marine environments are becoming a focal point.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Offshore Construction Techniques:
Research on conventional methods for offshore construction appears to be declining as innovative and sustainable methodologies gain traction. - Basic Soil Mechanics:
There is a noticeable decrease in publications solely focused on fundamental soil mechanics, as the journal increasingly emphasizes applied research and innovative testing methods. - Dredging Techniques:
Although still relevant, traditional dredging techniques are being overshadowed by research focusing on sustainable and environmentally friendly alternatives. - Hydraulic Engineering:
The focus on hydraulic engineering principles in marine contexts has diminished, indicating a shift towards integrating broader environmental and geotechnical considerations.
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