Caracterização e Espacialização de Acidentes na Navegação ocorridos no Médio e Baixo Amazonas

Filho, Lúcio Carlos P. Campos; Filgueiras, Tainã Carvalho Garcia Miranda; Loureiro, Emannuel; Saavedra, Rodrigo dos Santos; Pinheiro, Débora Sales

doi:10.17648/sobena-hidroviario-2019-110525

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“…Initially, it would seem that in the Amazon region an AUV would be more problematic, as detailed studies of where it will be working are needed before programming the device. Few bathymetric studies are available for the Amazon region (Filho et al, 2019), so this complicates decisions. Thus, to carry out preliminary exploration research an ROV, controlled from vessels on the surface, is the best first stage.…”

Section: Using Uuvs In the Amazon Basinmentioning

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Challenges and alternatives for unmanned underwater vehicular research in the Amazon basin: Towards a more sustainable management of water resources and the environment

Hernández-Fontes

Silva

et al. 2023

Water & Environment J

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The Amazon basin is one of the largest hydrographic systems in the world, possessing a great diversity of natural resources in need of more sustainable water and environmental management. However, as much of what lies beneath the surface of Amazonian waters is still unexplored, underwater exploration technologies are seen as a means of research and monitoring. The present work therefore aims to answer two research questions: What are the current technologies that could be implemented for unmanned underwater research in the Amazon waters? What are the main limitations and existing alternatives for using unmanned underwater vehicles in the rivers of this region to provide more sustainable water and environment management? Our results demonstrate that remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) and autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) are possible options in the short and long terms, respectively. The main challenges in implementing these technologies are related to the variations in hydraulic geometry, current velocities and turbidity of the rivers, as well as the preservation of the region's biodiversity. This research can be taken as a starting point for planners and decision makers seeking more sustainable underwater and environmental exploration of the Amazon river system.

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Section: Using Uuvs In the Amazon Basinmentioning

confidence: 99%

Challenges and alternatives for unmanned underwater vehicular research in the Amazon basin: Towards a more sustainable management of water resources and the environment

Hernández-Fontes

Silva

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Water & Environment J

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“…Regional academic research and information regarding marine accidents in the Brazilian Amazon are available in the public domain, such as in [15,36,37] and mainly in Portuguese. Fontes et al [5] described the main factors that lead to accidents in marine passenger transport in the Brazilian Amazon, presenting their main causes and special Regional academic research and information regarding marine accidents in the Brazilian Amazon are available in the public domain, such as in [15,36,37] and mainly in Portuguese. Fontes et al [5] described the main factors that lead to accidents in marine passenger transport in the Brazilian Amazon, presenting their main causes and special considerations to be taken into account for prevention initiatives.…”

Section: Marine Accidents In the Brazilian Amazonmentioning

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Marine Accidents in the Brazilian Amazon: Potential Risks to the Aquatic Environment

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Although the Brazilian Amazon is still one of the most well-conserved environments in the world, it contains an extensive network of waterways that are used by a wide range of vessels that transport both people and cargo, as well as undertaking other activities. To plan environmental risk disaster strategies here, the potential effects of technological disasters, including marine accidents, must be taken into consideration. This paper seeks to redress this by providing a review of the possible risks to the Amazon aquatic environment that could result from various types of marine accidents. While the Amazon region has been researched worldwide, both extensively and intensively, regarding land use, climate, and environmental characterization, work in this field is scarce. A review of the main environmental characteristics of the Amazon is provided, including a description of common marine accidents that have occurred in this region. The environmental impacts experienced by the aquatic environment due to marine accidents worldwide were reviewed from the scientific literature to examine potential risks to the Amazon waterways. It was found that marine accidents, such as fire/explosions and the sinking of ships with different types of cargo, can cause the spillage of oil and other hazardous materials, causing catastrophic damage to the aquatic environment. Changes in the hydrological characteristics of rivers, including unexpected changes in the weather, such as heavy rain and winds, may also influence pollutant dispersion. Initiatives to deal with these technological hazards in the Amazon basin should also consider the potential social and environmental impacts in the protected areas of this region. It is hoped that this paper can serve as a starting point toward the governance and planning of risk disaster management actions, which are aimed at reducing the negative environmental impacts caused by marine accidents in the region.

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“…Although there has been some research on shipping accidents in the Amazon region, this has been very general and mainly for national readership (e.g., [11,19]). For example, Aziz et al [20] described some types of marine accidents that are frequent in the region, whereas Filho et al [21] used data provided by local authorities to identify trends in the occurrence of accidents in some parts of the Brazilian Amazon. Legal concerns related to marine accidents in the Amazon have been topics of discussion, as presented by [22].…”

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“…The Amazon region is the largest hydrographic region in the world and the population depends on river transport as there are few roadways [40] and no railways [41] to connect remote regions. Unfortunately, river transport is often unsafe or uncertain; too often human errors and eventual adverse environmental conditions produce accidents involving cargo, passenger, or mixed vessels [21].…”

Section: Causes Of Accidents On the Amazon Waterwaysmentioning

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Marine Accidents in the Brazilian Amazon: The Problems and Challenges in the Initiatives for Their Prevention Focused on Passenger Ships

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The Brazilian Amazon is part of one of the largest river systems in the world, in which the transport of cargo and passengers is commonplace. However, several accidents still occur to passenger ships, causing fatalities. Transportation occurs commonly in remote regions, where there are transport inequalities, and emergency assistance is hard to find. This can affect sustainability in communities with considerable levels of economic and social vulnerability. More information is needed about accidents involving inland transport in the Amazon, to identify the threats to ships and propose strategies for accident prevention. This paper addresses the main problems that long-distance passenger ships face in the Brazilian Amazon, presenting an integrated framework towards accident prevention. First, the present situation is characterized in terms of ship description, spatial distribution, and regulations that are applicable. Next, possible causes of passenger ship accidents are discussed, including topics of concern that should be considered in the Amazon waterways. Finally, measures to help minimize passenger ship accidents are proposed, and the social relevance is discussed. It was found that accidents in the Amazon are due to a combination of human and environmental factors. Stakeholders should strengthen the technical and legal training of ship operators. The use of new technologies for navigational aid and necessary maintenance of ships is suggested. Marine accident prevention initiatives should consider local conditions, such as environmental preservation, cultural respect, and difficulties related to navigation through the complex riverine system of the Amazon region.

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Caracterização e Espacialização de Acidentes na Navegação ocorridos no Médio e Baixo Amazonas

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Challenges and alternatives for unmanned underwater vehicular research in the Amazon basin: Towards a more sustainable management of water resources and the environment

Challenges and alternatives for unmanned underwater vehicular research in the Amazon basin: Towards a more sustainable management of water resources and the environment

Marine Accidents in the Brazilian Amazon: Potential Risks to the Aquatic Environment

Marine Accidents in the Brazilian Amazon: The Problems and Challenges in the Initiatives for Their Prevention Focused on Passenger Ships

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