Clear definitions和understandingwill always be important, and they serve as a backbone to clear and concise communication.
随着海事行业的不断发展和拥抱成为一种数字行业的挑战，福利，现在就像曾经确保我们在同一页上一样重要。清晰的术语和表达的定义对于概念之间的关系以及我们如何沟通至关重要。
从互操作性和蓝色经济的定义到自主和自动化之间的差异，我们看看需要在海事行业中进行的12个重要定义和区分。
The below list does include definitions or distinctions which are not new to the maritime industry and is by no means an exhaustive list. But whether you’re an old hand, or just starting out in the industry, the Maritime Informa Connect team believe these to be important ones we needed to address.
Automatic Identification System (AIS)
The AIS is an automated, autonomous tracking system used in the maritime world to exchange navigational information between other similarly equipped terminals. AIS information is used to share information about vessels, authorities, companies, organisations and individuals within the maritime, logistics and tourism industries, from port authorities and ship owners, to search and rescue teams, and the Coast Guard.
Automation & autonomous vessels
Automation is the use of mechanical, or electronically controlled, networks and systems to reduce the need for human oversight. For example, on board a ship there are crew who are in control of the vessel, and they responsible for its safe operation, but can delegate limited control of specific functions to autonomous systems.
An autonomous vessel is one where systems on board, or on shore, undertake all the operational decisions independently without intervention of any crew or human influence.
值得注意的是，自主血管和无人驾驶船之间存在区别。无人驾驶船不一定是自主的，因为它可以远程操作。
大数据与智能数据
大数据是指以增加速度收集的大规模，复杂的数据集。这些数据集可以是结构的或非结构化的，并且是如此之大，传统处理无法管理或排序信息。
Smart Data can be simply described as Big Data that has been appropriately sorted, structured, and prepared for context. The data has been cleansed, filtered and is now ready to be reviewed to identify trends, patterns and anomalies.
Big Data is focussed the three V’s of volume, variety and velocity (as described byGartner). Smart Data centres on establishing accurate meaning and value.
The Blue Economy
The Blue Economy refers to the sustainable economic development and preservation of the marine environment. Its scope and interpenetration can vary from one definition to another. The definition provided byThe Commonwealth然而，也许是最全面的，然而The World Bank为蓝色经济的简洁定义为“经济增长，改善生计和工作和海洋生态系统健康的可持续利用海洋资源。”
所有定义都有共同点的两件事是可持续环境和生态活动的做法，贡献海洋可以向全世界经济
Bot/Botnet (cyber-security)
根据Kaspersky Lab, more common methods of attack which hackers use to control computers or networks include viruses, worms, spyware, Trojans, and ransomware. While not as common, the mention of a bot is not something you want in your inbox. Ever.
A bot, in terms of cyber-security, is a script or software application that performs tasks under the command of the attacker This allows them to take compete control of an affected computer or system. Botnet refers to a collection of infected computers under the control of a hacker (or bot-herder). Let your imagination run wild with what that could mean for a fully laden 600 000 tonne vessel.
The Digital Twin
数字双船是一种概念，通过连续数据收集实现了船舶的数字表示，其过程，系统和潜在场景。简而言之，它是物理资产的数字或虚拟模拟。
我们今年早些时候写道,实现the digital twin has “allowed the building of models for production, operations, predictive maintenance and a host of other potential applications - allowing the refinement of designs, testing of new features and evaluation of performance, safety and integrity.”
Digitisation, Digitalisation & Digital Transformation
Possibly some of the most commonly misused words and terms in any industry, let alone maritime. Digitisation is the process of converting information and data into a digital format so that it can be processed by a computer. Digitalisation is the use of new digital technologies to change business processes or workflow with the goal of additional revenue through savings and efficiencies.
数字转型是商业实践的战略革新，专注于实现数字技术以推动组织变革的实施。虽然数字转型将包括不同的数字化举措，但数字转型过程也要求组织改变其核心竞争力。
Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS)
ECDIS is a computer-based navigation system that can determine the position of a vessel in relation to land, charted objects, navigation aids and unseen hazards.
通过电子导航图表（ENC）和多个实时信息源，系统将位置信息从全球定位系统（GPS）和其他导航传感器集成，包括雷达，Fathometers和自动识别系统（AIS）。
集成和互操作性
集成指的是连接系统的行为，因此他们可以发送和访问彼此的数据。以相同方式构建的任何两个系统的可能性都是苗条和集成通常需要第三方或程序，以使过程工作 - 通常称为软件工程世界中的中间件。互操作性削减了中间件，是数据和无中间件的信息的实时交换。
Machine Learning & Deep Learning
Machine learning is a branch of artificial intelligence where input is fed into a machine or system with the goal of empowering it to learn. Training algorithms allow these systems to make decisions without input in the future. However, should the system’s function need to evolve or change, it may require human intervention to know what to do with new input.
On the other hand, deep learning is a function of AI that has algorithms which can take unstructured data and learn from it unsupervised. Through labelling, processing and assigning information, deep learning algorithms create patterns which are used for decisions making.
虽然机器学习和深度学习落入AI的包容概念，但深入的学习有可能进化机器学习和推进AI到下一个水平。深度学习将是完全自治血管实现的平台。
Smart Shipping
The swift evolution of digital technologies across the maritime sector is bringing the realisation of interconnectedness enabled by the internet of things (IoT). Smart shipping can be described as the end-to-end chain of safe, timeous and efficient integration of multiple touch points. From automated and digitised equipment, remote and maritime systems with varying levels of autonomous function, the chain runs from ship to shore.
VSAT与MMSS
Connectivity is key to many ship operations and the crew welfare of any vessel - particularly those that undertake long journeys. A very small aperture terminal (VSAT) is a two-way station that transmits and receives data from satellites. A VSAT is typically less than three meters tall and can transmit and receiving narrow and broadband data to satellites in real-time.
海上移动卫星服务（MMSS）为海事行业提供双向语音和数据通信。MMSS终端通常非常小，可以从掌上电脑到笔记本电脑大小的范围。
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