Abstract:

This paper describes the development of an integrated management system for scientific research, oriented to China’s strategic polar objectives, specific to the R/V Xuelong scientific research vessel. In accordance with the requirements of the navigational and scientific operations of the R/V Xuelong, and through conducting design and application research in relation to operations in regions of floating polar ice, the integrated management system is designed to improve and guarantee the level of China’s polar scientific research capability. Following analysis of the characteristics of the primary tasks of polar scientific research, the core expedition site security requirements are identified, on the basis of which, the integrated management system is proposed. Finally, the integrated system for monitoring and management of the scientific research tasks conducted onboard the R/V Xuelong is established.

Key words: scientific research management, R/V Xuelong, polar region operation, electronic chart