A new approach for vessel detection, classification and estimation using monocular vision

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A context-independent monocular vision system can effectively perform vessel detection, classification, and kinematic estimation without requiring geographic references, horizon detection, or extrinsic calibration. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.METHODOLOGICAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

Pablo Rangel; Matheus Da Rocha Salazar; José Ricardo Potier de Oliveira; José Gomes de Carvalho; Claudio M. de Farias

doi:10.1016/j.apor.2026.105096

May 26, 2026Applied Ocean ResearchOpen Access

A new approach for vessel detection, classification and estimation using monocular vision

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This research aims to develop a context-independent method for detecting and classifying vessels without the need for traditional geographic references.
Developed a solution for Vessel Traffic Services using monocular vision.
Introduced the VESSA dataset with 25 vessel categories and corresponding geometric data.
Refined kinematic estimation techniques for better temporal consistency.
Successfully validated the approach in real-world surveillance environments.
Achieved scalable and low-cost maritime deployment without extrinsic calibration.

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Demonstrates vessel detection and classification using monocular vision, indicating low-cost maritime surveillance solutions.

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• A context-independent solution for Vessel Traffic Services (VTS). • No need for geographic references, horizon detection, or extrinsic calibration. • Enables scalable and low-cost maritime deployment using monocular vision. • Introduction of the VESSA dataset: 25 vessel categories with images and geometric data. • Kinematic estimation from optical geometry is refined for temporal consistency. • Validated in real-world surveillance site.

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