A review of universal hydrographic data model

Abstract

The Universal Hydrographic Data Model is a new generation of marine geographic information data model, referred to as S-100 standard. In addition to supporting Electronic Navigational Charts (ENC) production, S-100 can be used as a Geographic Information System standard to model all maritime objects. Therefore, it is necessary to carry out a comprehensive study on S-100. In this review, we begin with a succinct overview of the history and development of S-100. Then we discussed the problems of S-100 and the corresponding solutions. Finally, some research directions of S-100 are proposed to provide reference for future research and application.

Keywords:

• S-100
• hydrographic survey
• e-Navigation
• data model
• data product

Additional information

Funding

This work was supported by grants from Navigation Guarantee Special Project Plan of China Maritime Safety Administration(grant nos. 2018-22).