Computer Technology Architecture For Platform Control And Supervision Systems On Military Ships

Abstract

The present article puts forth a proposal for the design of a hierarchical architecture of computer technology for control and supervision systems in military ships. This architecture integrates Industry 4.0 technologies and industrial communication protocols. The objective of this initiative is to automate critical processes, including propulsion, power generation, and the monitoring of strategic sensors. This will enhance operational availability and reduce technological dependence. A systematic qualitative methodology is adopted, based on a review of the international, industrial, and military state of the art, with emphasis on the OPV (Offshore Patrol Vessel) units of the Colombian Navy. The analysis draws upon international experiences, success stories, installed national capabilities, and current limitations in standardization, interoperability, and sustainability of naval systems. The proposal is predicated on laboratory results obtained during two years of applied research and proposes a modular, scalable architecture model oriented towards real-time control. This analysis provides a foundation for assessing the viability of developing a national solution that would enhance technological sovereignty and facilitate the development of defense policies. The research under consideration herein highlights the experience of current constructions in national shipyards and compares current capabilities with international models. The end result of this comparison is that it lays the foundations for the development of a national strategic naval platform management system.