Real Marine Environment Research Articles

A collaborative surface target detection and localization method for an unmanned surface vehicle swarm

A single unmanned surface vehicle (USV) designed for marine missions suffers from limited payload, low efficiency and weak intelligence, while a swarm of USVs shows significant advantages in mission flexibility, diverse payload and task efficiency. One of the key issues for an USV swarm is how to achieve highly efficient collaborative perception. To address this issue, a method framework of collaborative surface target detection and localization based on multiple sensors for a swarm including 4 USVs is designed. First, perception systems are constructed, a joint calibration method for different sensors is proposed, and a lightweight target detection method improved with attention mechanism and lightweight adaptive spatial feature fusion is designed. Second, a specialized fusion method using sensor principles based on an extended Kalman filter (EKF) is proposed for a single USV to obtain a target state model. Third, the obtained target models from different USVs are registered with fuzzy matching and integrated into the complete model in a geographic coordinate system. The proposed method is applied to the collaborative perception system on our developed 4 USV swarm and verified in real marine environment and simulation. Experimental results show that our proposed method framework significantly improves the accuracy, efficiency, and reliability of the target detection and localization. The proposed LAF-YOLOv8-s reduces the model size by 5.1M, while the mean average precision (mAP) reaches 68.7%, which is significantly superior to other methods. The average collaborative localization error is reduced by 2.9m. The dataset is available at https://github.com/maochenyu1/WSLight.

UV-Aged Nanoplastics Increase Mercury Toxicity in a Marine Copepod under Multigenerational Exposure: A Carrier Role.

Aged plastics possess diverse interactive properties with metals compared to pristine ones. However, the role of aging for nanoplastics (NPs) in being a carrier of mercury (Hg), a common marine environmental pollutant, and their combined effects remain unclear. This study investigated the carrier effect of ultraviolet-aged NPs on Hg and the ensuing toxicity in a marine copepod Tigriopus japonicus under a multigenerational scenario. Aged NPs revealed a better carrier role in Hg bioaccumulation than pristine ones, which was increased by 1.61, 1.52, and 1.54 times in F0, F1, and F2, respectively, probably attributed to increased levels of O-containing functional groups and better adsorption for Hg. Consequently, relative to Hg alone, Hg combined with aged NPs (rather than pristine ones) significantly compromised the copepod's fitness, e.g., the survival rate decreasing by 74.2 and 62.1% in F1 and F2, respectively. This is possibly linked to the most pronounced transcriptomic response under Hg combined with aged NPs, including disturbed cuticle formation, activated antioxidants, and down-regulation of reproductive genes. Overall, our findings emphasize the non-negligible risk of aged NPs as carriers of toxic metals and provide a better understanding about the long-term effects of coexisting NPs and metal pollution on organisms in real marine environments.

Enhancing Sustainability in Marine Structures: Nonlinear Energy Sink for Vibration Control of Eccentrically Stiffened Functionally Graded Panels Under Hydrodynamic Loads

The research examines the impact of nonlinear energy sinks (NES) on the reduction in the nonlinear vibratory responses of eccentrically stiffened functionally graded (ESFG) panels exposed to hydrodynamic loads. To simulate real marine environments, hydrodynamic forces, such as lift and drag that change with velocity, have already been determined experimentally using Matveev’s equations for a particular ship. The material composition of both the panel and the stiffeners varies across their thickness. The stiffeners are modeled using Lekhnitskii’s smeared stiffener approach. Additionally, analytical approaches implement the classical shell theory (CST) with considerations for geometric nonlinearity, along with the Galerkin method for calculations. The P-T method is subsequently employed to determine the nonlinear vibratory behavior of ESFG panels. In this method, the piecewise constant argument is used jointly with the Taylor series expansion, which is why it is named the P-T method. The findings reveal that NES can effectively dissipate vibrational energy, contributing to the extended service life of marine structures while reducing the need for frequent maintenance. This study supports sustainability objectives by increasing energy efficiency, lessening structural fatigue, and improving the overall environmental impact of marine vessels and infrastructure.

STUDY OF SILVER NANOPARTICLES BIOACCUMULATION IN CULTURED RED AND GREEN SEAWEED

The bioaccumulation of polyvinylpyrrolidone-coated silver nanoparticles (PVP-AgNPs) in Palmaria palmata and Ulva sp. seaweed was investigated by ICP-MS and SP-ICP-MS (determination of nanoparticles and size distribution after an enzymatic extraction). Seaweeds were exposed to 0.1 and 1.0 mg L-1 of PVP-AgNPs of small particle size (15 nm) for 28 days. They were cultured in 40-L seawater tanks and nanoparticles were mixed with growing media and the phytoplankton used for feeding. Bioaccumulation changed with the type of seaweed and was not proportional to the concentration. Palmaria palmata and Ulva sp. reached the maximum total Ag concentration at 14 and 21 days of exposure to 1.0 mg L-1, respectively. The Ag concentrations measured (until 0.79 ± 0.06 μg g-1 w.w.) were much smaller than those found in previous studies after short-term exposure (up to 48 h) under laboratory conditions, probably due to the presence of organic matter in the growing media. The maximum concentrations of AgNPs were achieved at 14 and 28 days for Palmaria palmata and Ulva sp., respectively, with most frequent sizes of approximately 20 nm. The size values measured by SP-ICP-MS agreed with TEM sizes in the enzymatic extracts. No changes were observed in the concentrations of most metals (Co, Cr, Cu, Mo, Ni, Rb and V) in exposed seaweed; only a decrease of Cd and Pb at the dose of 1 mg L-1 in Palmaria was observed. Studies simulating the real marine environment are important to estimate bioaccumulation and safety, which change depending on the type of seaweed and nanoparticle.

A Chebyshev collocation method for directly solving two-dimensional ocean acoustic propagation in linearly varying seabed.

It is one of the most concerning problems in hydroacoustics to find a method that can calculate the acoustic propagation accurately and adapt to the variation of the seabed. Currently, the one-dimensional spectral method has been employed to address the simplified ocean acoustic propagation model successfully. However, due to the model's application limitations and approximation error, it poses challenges when attempting to solve real-world ocean acoustic fields. Hence, there is a crucial need to develop a direct solution method for the two-dimensional Helmholtz equation of ocean acoustic propagation, without relying on a simplified model. In previous work, we achieved successful solutions for the two-dimensional Helmholtz equation within a rectangular domain, utilizing a collocation-type spectral method. Taking into account the fluctuations in the actual seabed, we introduce a Chebyshev collocation spectral method to directly tackle the two-dimensional ocean acoustic propagation problem, which could solve the case of a seabed with linear variation, sound velocity variation and inhomogeneous medium situation. After comparative verification, the calculation result of the two-dimensional spectral method is more accurate than traditional mature models such as Kraken and COUPLE. By eliminating model constraints and enlarging the solution range, this spectral method holds immense potential in real marine environments.

AUV path planning based on improved IFDS and deep reinforcement learning

Existing autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) path planning algorithms are rapidly developing and perform well in solving optimal paths. However, the performance of these algorithms in real environments is significantly worse than that in simulated environments due to the influence of currents in real marine environments. To this end, this paper proposes an algorithm that improves the fusion of perturbed flow field and deep reinforcement learning and adds the influence of random currents to the environment, which further improves the overall accuracy of AUV obstacle avoidance in dynamic environments and enhances the AUV's adaptability to the real environment. This study also compares the results obtained using four fused deep reinforcement learning algorithms simulated in different scenarios, and the results show that the proposed algorithm can enable AUV to realize dynamic path planning in unknown environments.

Electromagnetic field produced by radiation source submerged in non-homogeneous seawater

Electromagnetic (EM) waves are one of the important carriers for information exchange in seawater. The EM parameters of seawater are important factors that affect the performance of EM wave propagation. In the real marine environment, non-constant EM parameters make it impossible to consider seawater as a homogeneous media in the model. However, there are few targeted analyses in the existing studies. In this paper, an N-layered media model was established to investigate the influence of non-constant EM parameters on EM wave propagation in seawater. A direct global matrix method is proposed to solve the EM fields, whose result accuracy does not decrease with the increasing number of layers. The necessity and correctness of the model and methods are verified through numerical simulations and sea experiments. Combined with the existing marine environment database, the propagation characteristics of EM waves in different EM parameter profiles of seawater were analyzed through numerical experiments. The results indicated that the non-homogeneous seawater has a great impact on the intensity, phase, change rate, and spatial distribution of EM waves. Furthermore, the influence is not only reflected in the underwater EM field but also in the air and increases with frequency.

Tris(1-chloro-2-propyl) phosphate enhances the adverse effects of biodegradable polylactic acid microplastics on the mussel Mytilus coruscus

Microplastics (MPs) and organophosphate flame retardants (OPFRs) have recently become ubiquitous and cumulative pollutants in the oceans. Since OPFRs are added to or adsorbed onto MPs as additives, it is necessary to study the composite contamination of OPFRs and MPs, with less focus on bio-based PLA. Therefore, this study focused on the ecotoxicity of the biodegradable MP polylactic acid (PLA) (5 μm, irregular fragments, 102 and 106 particles/L), and a representative OPFRs tris(1-chloro-2-propyl) phosphate (TCPP, 0.5 and 50 μg/L) at environmental and high concentrations. The mussel Mytilus coruscus was used as a standardised bioindicator for exposure experiments. The focus was on examining oxidative stress (catalase, CAT, superoxide dismutase, SOD, malondialdehyde, MDA), immune responses acid (phosphatase, ACP, alkaline phosphatase, AKP, lysozyme, LZM), neurotoxicity (acetylcholinesterase, AChE), energy metabolism (lactate dehydrogenase, LDH, succinate dehydrogenase, SDH, hexokinase, HK), and physiological indices (absorption efficiency, AE, excretion rate, ER, respiration rate, RR, condition index, CI) after 14 days exposure. The results of significantly increased oxidative stress and immune responses, and significantly disturbed energy metabolism and physiological activities, together with an integrated biomarker response (IBR) analysis, indicate that bio-based PLA MPs and TCPP could cause adverse effects on mussels. Meanwhile, TCPP interacted significantly with PLA, especially at environmental concentrations, resulting in more severe negative impacts on oxidative and immune stress, and neurotoxicity. The more severe adverse effects at environmental concentrations indicate higher ecological risks of PLA, TCPP and their combination in the real marine environment. Our study presents reliable data on the complex effects of bio-based MP PLA, TCPP and their combination on marine organisms and the environment.

A solar-driven nanocellulose Janus aerogel with excellent floating stability and dual functions of oil–water separation and photocatalytic degradation of organic pollutants

Effective and practical cleanup of viscous crude oil spills is extremely important in real harsh marine environments. Herein, we designed a solar–driven, nanocellulose-based Janus aerogel (Janus-A) with excellent floating stability and dual function of oil–water separation and degradation of aqueous organic pollutants. Janus-A, with its amphiprotic nature, was prepared through polypyrrole (PPy) deposition, freeze-drying, octyltrichlorosilane (OTS) impregnation, TiO2 spraying on the bottom surface, and UV irradiation treatment. The photothermal conversion effect of PPy coating raised the surface temperature of aerogel to 75.8 °C within 6 min under one simulated solar irradiation, which greatly reduced the viscosity of the crude oil and increased the absorption capacity of the aerogel to 36.7 g/g. Benefiting from the balance between the buoyancy generated by the hydrophobic part and water absorption of the hydrophilic part, Janus-A showed excellent floating stability under simulated winds and waves. In addition, Janus-A exhibited high degradation efficiency for organic pollutants in water owing to the synergistic photocatalytic properties of TiO2 and PPy. These excellent performances make Janus-A ideal for integrated water–oil separation and water remediation.

Research on the design and optimal control of the power take-off (PTO) system for underwater eel-type power generators

Wave energy and ocean current energy are considered stable, reliable, and highly predictable renewable energy sources. The development of ocean current energy conversion technology is crucial in addressing power shortages. However, the low velocity of most ocean currents worldwide, typically less than 1.5 m/s, poses a challenge for traditional ocean current energy capture devices. Current estimations of power generation from underwater devices often significantly differ from actual results. This study presents an eel-type power generation device designed for underwater use, investigates the design and optimization of a hydraulic power take-off (PTO) system suitable for such devices, and examines key components of the hydraulic PTO system like variable hydraulic motors and generators. Analytical research was conducted to understand its operational characteristics, with a focus on components such as the accumulator, speed control valve, and energy storage flywheel. The article also delves into the hydrodynamic and energy conversion characteristics of the device under shallow water wave and current conditions, enhancing the hydraulic PTO system model and establishing an integrated calculation model for real-time data transmission during the calculation process. Through evaluations of pitch angle and power generation under varying sea conditions, the study explores the impact of hydraulic motor displacement and damping coefficient on the hydrodynamic and power generation characteristics of the device, further validated through sea trials. The study findings indicate a high level of parameter adaptation among the components of the hydraulic system. The addition of an accumulator to the system results in smoother output response curves, suggesting that the accumulator absorbs impacts and stabilizes the hydraulic power transmission system. The proposed comprehensive calculation method enables a more precise prediction of the performance of the eel power generation device in real marine environments, capturing its movement behavior and power generation characteristics. Adjusting the motor displacement or damping coefficient under specific conditions can optimize the total damping of the hydraulic PTO system for maximum power output. The optimal power point of the hydraulic power generation system varies for different sea conditions, with a potential power generation efficiency of up to 80.3% under certain circumstances.

A highly stable electrochemical sensor with antifouling and antibacterial capabilities for mercury ion detection in seawater

The monitoring of heavy metal ions in ocean is crucial for environment protection and assessment of seawater quality. However, the detection of heavy metal ions in seawater with electrochemical sensors, especially for long-term monitoring, always faces challenges due to marine biofouling caused by the nonspecific adsorption of microbial and biomolecules. Herein, an electrochemical aptasensor, integrating both antifouling and antibacterial properties, was developed for the detection of Hg2+ in the ocean. In this electrochemical aptasensor, eco-friendly peptides with superior hydrophilicity served as anti-biofouling materials, preventing nonspecific adsorption on the sensing interface, while silver nanoparticles were employed to eliminate bacteria. Subsequently, a ferrocene-modified aptamer was employed for the specific recognition of Hg2+, leveraging the aptamer's ability to fold into a thymine-Hg2+-thymine (T-Hg2+-T) structure upon interaction, and bringing ferrocene nearer to the sensor surface, significantly amplifying the electrochemical response. The prepared electrochemical aptasensor significantly reduced the nonspecific adsorption in seawater while maintaining sensitive electrochemical response. Furthermore, the biosensor exhibited a linear response range of 0.01–100 nM with a detection limit of 2.30 pM, and realized the accurate monitoring of mercury ions in real marine environment. The research results offer new insights into the preparation of marine antifouling sensing devices, and it is expected that sensors with antifouling and antimicrobial capabilities will find broad applications in the monitoring of marine pollutants.

Insights into Plastic Degradation Processes in Marine Environment by X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy Study.

The present study employs X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) to analyze plastic samples subjected to degradation processes with the aim to gain insight on the relevant chemical processes and disclose fragmentation mechanisms. Two model plastics, namely polystyrene (PS) and polyethylene (PE), are selected and analyzed before and after artificial UV radiation-triggered weathering, under simulated environmental hydrodynamic conditions, in fresh and marine water for different time intervals. The object of the study is to identify and quantify chemical groups possibly evidencing the occurrence of hydrolysis and oxidation reactions, which are the basis of degradation processes in the environment, determining macroplastic fragmentation. Artificially weathered plastic samples are analyzed also by Raman and FT-IR spectroscopy. Changes in surface chemistry with weathering are revealed by XPS, involving the increase in chemical moieties (hydroxyl, carbonyl, and carboxyl functionalities) which can be correlated with the degradation processes responsible for macroplastic fragmentation. On the other hand, the absence of significant modifications upon plastics weathering evidenced by Raman and FT-IR spectroscopy confirms the importance of investigating plastics surface, which represents the very first part of the materials exposed to degradation agents, thus revealing the power of XPS studies for this purpose. The XPS data on experimentally weathered particles are compared with ones obtained on microplastics collected from real marine environment for investigating the occurring degradation processes.

Zwitterion-bearing silica sol for enhancing antifouling performance and mechanical strength of transparent PDMS coatings

The simultaneous improvement of mechanical strength and inhibition of slime attachment for polydimethylsiloxane(PDMS)-based fouling-release coatings remains as a great challenge. In this work, a zwitterionic precursor (N-methoxyacylethyl)-3-aminopropyltriethoxysilane (MAPS) was co-hydrolyzed with tetraethoxysilane (TEOS) to afford zwitterion-bearing silica sols (h-MAPS). The h-MAPS was then simply blended with hydroxyl-terminated PDMS (PDMS-OH, 3060 cSt and 20,000 cSt) to fabricate zwitterion-containing PDMS coatings. The pre-hydrolysis process, including hydrolysis time and TEOS content, is critical to the transparency of the coatings. High optical transparency in the range of 88.1–91.4 % at 550 nm could be reached using appropriate h-MAPS. Both PDMS-OH (3060 cSt)- and PDMS-OH (20,000 cSt)-based coatings presented excellent resistance to slime attachment in real marine environment at relatively high h-MAPS content. An improvement in anti-protein adsorption and anti-bacteria properties was achieved for the coatings based on PDMS-OH (3060 cSt) attributed to the presence of more zwitterions at its surface. Addition of h-MAPS could increase the elastic modulus and tensile strength of PDMS coatings, particularly with high efficiency for the later one. More importantly, although the tensile strength of zwitterion-containing PDMS coatings at high h-MAPS content could be up to 15 MPa, its pseudobarnacle removal strength was lower than 0.4 MPa even after seawater immersion, indicating it retained a good fouling-release performance. As a whole, zwitterion-bearing silica sols can not only provide a new approach for introduction of zwitterions into PDMS coatings, but also efficiently solve the multiple drawbacks of PDMS-based fouling-release coatings, simultaneously.

Fixed-Time Path-Following-Based Underactuated Unmanned Surface Vehicle Dynamic Positioning Control

The development of dynamic positioning (DP) algorithms for an unmanned surface vehicle (USV) is attracting great interest, especially in support of complex missions such as sea rescue. In order to improve the simplicity of the algorithm, a DP algorithm based on its own path following control ability is proposed. The algorithm divides the DP problem into two parts: path generation and path following. The key contribution is that the DP ability can be realized only by designing the path generation method, rather than a whole complex independent DP controller. This saves the computing power of the USV onboard computer and can effectively reduce the complexity of the algorithm. In addition, the fixed-time LOS guidance law is designed to improve the convergence rate of the system state in path-following control. The reasonable selection of speed and a heading controller ensures that the number of design parameters to be determined is at a low level. The above algorithms have been thoroughly evaluated and validated through extensive computer simulations, demonstrating their effectiveness in simulated and real marine environments. The simulation results verify the ability of the proposed algorithm to realize the dynamic positioning of USVs, and provide a practical scheme for the design of the dynamic positioning controller of USVs.

The Effect of SCMs on the Resistance of Steam-cured Concrete to Chloride Attack in the Tidal Zone of Real Marine Environment

The Effect of SCMs on the Resistance of Steam-cured Concrete to Chloride Attack in the Tidal Zone of Real Marine Environment

Study on the superhydrophobic coatings with antifouling and anticorrosion properties

The corrosion caused by marine organisms adhering to the wall surface is one of the main reasons for the failure of ships and equipment, and leads to shortened life and increased maintenance costs, and this has seriously affected the development of the national economy. Therefore, it is very important to develop a new composite material to protect the metal substrate from biological corrosion. In this article, a superhydrophobic surface was prepared by simply spraying silicone rubber emulsion containing hydrophobic SiO2 nanoparticles onto a graphene silicone rubber (GSR) pre-coated substrate (SiO2-GSR). The antifouling ability was investigated under laboratory conditions and real marine environments, and the results show that the SiO2-GSR coating has good antiadhesion effect and longer antifouling ability. The anticorrosion performance was evaluated by electrochemistry methods, and the SiO2-GSR has good corrosion resistance ability. Additionally, the SiO2-GSR film still exhibited a strong antifouling and anticorrosion ability after immersed in marine environment for 6 months. Therefore, SiO2-GSR can be applied to the maritime field as an effective antifouling and anticorrosion coating.

Biosensors for ocean acidification detection

Ocean acidification is a global environmental problem that significantly impacts Marine ecosystems and biodiversity. The traditional chemical analysis method has the problems of complex equipment and high cost in ocean acidification monitoring. In recent years, fluorescent protein biosensor technology, as an innovative monitoring method, has provided a new solution for the real-time detection of ocean acidification. Compared with traditional chemical analysis methods, fluorescent protein biosensors have the advantages of simple operation, high sensitivity and low cost. Current studies have demonstrated the potential of fluorescent protein biosensors for ocean acidification monitoring. The researchers designed a variety of fluorescent protein biosensors and conducted indoor and outdoor experimental validation. These results show that fluorescent protein biosensors can detect ocean acidification quickly and accurately and maintain stable performance under different environmental conditions. Further studies are needed to verify the consistency and reliability of fluorescent protein biosensors and traditional chemical analysis methods for ocean acidification monitoring. Future research directions include further improving the performance of the fluorescent protein biosensor, increasing its sensitivity and stability, and verifying its application in real Marine environments. This will help establish a better monitoring network for ocean acidification and provide a reliable scientific basis for Marine environmental protection and management decisions. The development and application of fluorescent protein biosensor technology will provide important support and guidance for us to better understand the impact of ocean acidification.

Impact of Molecular Weight on Anti-Bioadhesion Efficiency of PDMS-Based Coatings

Silicone elastomer coatings have shown successful fouling release ability in recent years. To further enhance the design of silicone coatings, it is necessary to fully understand the mechanisms that contribute to their performance. The objective of this study was to examine the relationship between the molecular weight of polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) and antibioadhesion efficiency. PDMS-based coatings were prepared via a condensation reaction, with a controlled molecular weight ranging from 0.8 to 10 kg·mol−1. To evaluate changes in surface wettability and morphology, contact angle experiments and atomic force microscopy (AFM) were performed. Finally, the antibioadhesion and self-cleaning performance of PDMS coatings was carried out during in situ immersion in Lorient harbor for 12 months. Despite small variations in surface properties depending on the molecular weight, strong differences in the antibioadhesion performance were observed. According to the results, the best antibioadhesion efficiency was obtained for coatings with an Mn between 2 and 4 kg·mol−1 after 12 months. This paper provides for the first time the impact of the molecular weight of PDMS on antibioadhesion efficiency in a real marine environment.

Study on the correlation between indoor accelerated corrosion testing of concrete epoxy polysiloxane coating and real-sea environmental testing in the East China Sea

In order to reveal the correlation between the accelerated corrosion test of epoxy polysiloxane coating and the real sea environmental test, the real sea environmental test was carried out in the atmosphere and tidal range area of Zhairuoshan Island in the East China Sea, and the multi-factor coupling test I (Cycle of 7-day xenon lamp aging test + 7-day Wetting-drying test) and test II (Cycle of 7-day xenon lamp aging test + 3-day damp heat test + 4-day salt spray test) were designed with reference to the environment of the East China Sea. The correlation between indoor accelerated corrosion test and real sea environmental test was analyzed by using Grey Relation Analysis, Spearman's rank correlation coefficient and Acceleration factor conversion method. The results show that both the indoor accelerated corrosion test and the real sea environmental test have corrosive effects on the epoxy polysiloxane coating of concrete. In the indoor accelerated corrosion test, it was found that the Wetting-drying test caused the highest loss of light rate. In the real sea environmental test, the loss of light rate of the coating in the atmosphere is higher than that in the tidal area, and the color difference is slightly lower. When the loss of light rate is used as the criterion, the grey correlation coefficient between the multi-factor coupling test I and the tidal range test is 0.63, and the maximum acceleration factor during the test is 5.3, indicating a good correlation between the two tests. Through this study, an effective indoor accelerated corrosion test method with good correlation and acceleration characteristics to the loss of light rate of concrete epoxy polysiloxane coating in a real sea environment was obtained.

Measurement of backscattering strength of artificial bubbles in the Southern Sea of the Korean Peninsula

Bubbles greatly affect the propagation of sound waves as the acoustic characteristics of a bubble cluster in water are distinct from those of undisturbed water. Therefore, bubble clusters affect the ability of sensors to detect underwater targets by blocking or reflecting sound waves. Additionally, the bubble wakes produced by ships in movement can be detected by wake-homing torpedoes, thus greatly threatening the safety of the ship. Thus, research on bubble dynamics in water is crucial for the development of military technology. Recently, we conducted a quantitative estimation of the acoustic characteristics of artificial bubbles, including their backscattering strength, existence time, population density spectrum level and void fraction in an ideal water-tank environment. Based on our previous findings, the present study sought to measure the acoustic characteristics of artificial bubbles using an acoustic Doppler current profiler (ADCP) in the southern sea of the Korean Peninsula, which is a real marine environment. Additionally, we validated the ADCP measurements by comparing them to those obtained using a scattering strength measurement system (SSMS) developed by our team. Collectively, our findings provide a basis for the development of military technology, as well as for the study of bubble in water.