A review of autonomous underwater vehicle path planning methods

Key Points

• Effective path planning enhances autonomous underwater vehicle navigation and obstacle avoidance, significantly reducing operational risks.
• Key advancements include various algorithms for real-time path adjustments in dynamic underwater environments, ensuring safety and efficiency.
• This review analyzes established methods and offers critical insights on emerging innovations within autonomous underwater vehicle technology.
• Improved navigation strategies could transform marine exploration, highlighting the need for ongoing innovation in underwater robotics.