Global Trends in Coastal Protection Building Types at Oil and Gas Logistics Ports: A Bibliometric Analysis Using Visualization of Similarities Viewer (VOSviewer)

Abstract

Bibliometric analysis is a statistical technique enabling quantitative assessment of research papers on a specific subject using a mathematical approach. The outcomes of bibliometric analysis manifest as visual mappings of networks, periods, and data density, presented in graph form. This research utilized the VOSviewer application, specialized software designed for visualizing and analyzing bibliometric networks, to generate research mapping. The identification of research sources was facilitated through the Publish or Perish application. The primary objective of this study is to discern the contemporary research trends concerning the selection of building types for coastal protection, along with associated indicators. This is achieved through a bibliometric analysis employing the Publish or Perish search tool, supplemented by VOSviewer software, to explore global research developments comprehensively. The bibliometric approach provides a quantitative foundation conducive to meta-analyses, mainly supporting research that scrutinizes building types for coastal protection in port environments. Moreover, by discerning trends in research, collaborations among researchers, and impactful works through citation, network, and keyword analyses, this study aims to gain insights and guide further advancements in selecting building types for coastal protection at ports. Research sources encompass civil engineering journals globally, with bibliometric analysis methods as the primary means for mapping relevant literature and information. Top Top of Formresearch trends related to coastal protection building type analysis are often visualized across Europe, particularly in 2021. This was due to many policy changes, technological advances, and global events, including a significant increase in COVID-19 cases that began that year.