Table 10 Two deployment types for the monitoring center of the ship navigation intelligent guidance system.

Deployment architecture diagram

Diagram of independent architecture of ship navigation intelligent guidance system

Diagram of Ship navigation intelligent guidance system embedded with VTS system

Advantage 1

During software system development, there is no need for secondary development based on VTS, which reduces the complexity of each stage of the process. This also makes subsequent system optimization more efficient. However, compatibility with the VTS system is not a consideration

The VTS center holds authority over ship supervision, and its management personnel possess extensive experience in managing dredging ship traffic. Integrating the guidance function into the VTS system can enhance its ability to manage ship traffic on a macro scale

Advantage 2

This enhances the flexibility of the ship navigation intelligent guidance system layout, allowing for the easy deployment of the guidance system’s monitoring center in the necessary water areas, regardless of whether they fall under VTS center management

Integrating the ship navigation intelligent guidance system into the VTS system allows for shared hardware resources with the VTS center, significantly reducing the construction costs of the guidance system. In addition to expanding the use of shipboard client equipment for the guidance system, this integration enhances the interaction between the VTS center and ships, strengthening the VTS center’s ability to supervise vessel traffic

Advantage 3

This approach helps develop a skilled workforce specializing in ship navigation guidance, contributing to the training of professionals in the field of marine intelligent transportation

With the support of the VTS center’s official control, the navigation guidance function can be effectively implemented, enhancing the safety of ship navigation