Journal of Maritime Defense Technology (JMDT) is an international scholarly journal dedicated to publishing high-quality research in the fields of maritime defense, naval technology, maritime security, defense innovation, and strategic maritime studies. The journal aims to provide a rigorous academic platform for the dissemination of original empirical studies, technological developments, theoretical analyses, policy studies, and critical reviews that advance knowledge and practice in maritime defense and security.

The journal welcomes manuscripts that examine the development, application, and strategic implications of maritime defense technologies in addressing contemporary security challenges. It encourages studies that connect technological innovation with naval capability, maritime domain awareness, defense policy, regional security, and the protection of national and international maritime interests.

The journal particularly supports research related to naval modernization, autonomous systems, maritime surveillance, shipbuilding technology, cyber defense, coastal defense, underwater systems, maritime logistics, and defense management. It also welcomes interdisciplinary studies that link maritime technology with geopolitics, international relations, public policy, engineering, defense economics, and national resilience.

The scope of the journal includes, but is not limited to, the following areas:

• Maritime defense technology

• Naval engineering and shipbuilding technology

• Naval weapons systems and combat systems

• Maritime surveillance and reconnaissance

• Maritime domain awareness

• Autonomous surface and underwater vehicles

• Unmanned maritime systems

• Underwater defense technology

• Sonar, radar, and sensor systems

• Coastal defense and border security technology

• Naval communication and command systems

• Cybersecurity in maritime defense

• Artificial intelligence in naval operations

• Maritime logistics and defense supply chains

• Naval strategy and maritime security policy

• Defense innovation and military technology development

• Maritime safety, security, and risk management

• Port security and critical maritime infrastructure protection

• Blue economy security and maritime resource protection

• Defense economics and maritime capability planning

• Maritime law enforcement and coast guard operations

• Regional maritime security and geopolitical dynamics

• Naval cooperation, interoperability, and defense diplomacy

• Interdisciplinary studies linking maritime technology, defense, and security

The journal accepts original research articles, applied technology studies, conceptual papers, technical reviews, policy analyses, case studies, and interdisciplinary research. Submissions are expected to demonstrate academic rigor, technological relevance, methodological clarity, and practical contribution to maritime defense and security studies.

JMDT prioritizes manuscripts that contribute to the development of maritime defense capabilities, strengthen maritime security governance, and support evidence-based responses to evolving technological, strategic, and geopolitical challenges in the maritime domain.