Abstract
Underwater wireless optical communication (UWOC) is a wireless communication technology that uses visible light to transmit data in underwater environment. Compared to radio-frequency (RF) and acoustic underwater techniques, UWOC has many advantages including large information bandwidth, unlicensed spectrum and low power requirements. This review paper provides an overview of the latest UWOC research. Additionally, we present a detailed description of transmitter and receiver technologies which are key components of UWOC systems. Moreover, studies investigating underwater optical channel models for both simple attenuation and the impact of turbulence including air bubbles and inhomogeneous salinity and temperature are also described. Future research challenges are identified and outlined.
Original language | English (US) |
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Article number | 08PA06 |
Journal | Japanese Journal of Applied Physics |
Volume | 57 |
Issue number | 8 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Aug 2018 |
Bibliographical note
Publisher Copyright:© 2018 The Japan Society of Applied Physics.
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Engineering
- General Physics and Astronomy