The sea is where life is said to have originated. Not only do the earth's oceans provide vital routes of transportation and a rich source of raw materials; they have also remained a challenging frontier and an essential natural habitat whose preservation will be crucial to human survival in the twenty-first century. The efforts of marine scientists and technologists are aimed at the advancement of scientific and engineering knowledge regarding the sea. The Journal of Marine Science and Technology provides a forum for the discussion of current issues in marine science and technology by publishing original full-length refereed contributions on research and/or developments in this field. Review papers by leading authorities are also presented. The range of topics covered in the Journal of Marine Science and Technology extends from ocean engineering and marine technology to ocean environmental engineering and naval architecture. Both scientific and engineering papers are welcome. Subjects that are suitable for publication include hydrodynamics; heat and mass transfer; material science; structural mechanics; acoustics; soil mechanics; control; design and manufacturing of ships and ocean structures; and ocean space design.