Review of the application of Artificial Neural Networks in ocean engineering

Abstract

Artificial Neural Networks (ANNs) were firstly used to model ocean engineering problems in the decade of 1990s. Since then, this soft-modelling technique has proved several advantages against traditional approaches. In this article, the application of ANNs in ocean and maritime engineering from its beginnings until today is reviewed. After reviewing more than 90 studies, some general rules to apply in ANNs in ocean engineering are concluded, the most common and advantageous methods are summed up and research gaps in the application of ANNs are identified.