A Brief Survey on Underwater Optical Wireless Communications

Acoustic, radio frequency (RF) and optical waves systems are the technologies that are used to carry out underwater wireless communications. In scientific, military and industrial sectors, the development of robust and efficient submarine wireless communication links is of enormous interest. To achieve secure short-range wireless communications, the Underwater Optical Wireless Communication (UOWC), which uses the 450-550 nm spectral range of the electromagnetic spectrum, is a good technology. Recently, UOWC applications have been proposed for environmental monitoring, offshore exploration, and military operations. There are many review articles published on this topic. However, research in this field evolves rapidly as does existing literature. The article deals with current and potentially available UWOC technologies in the near future. It is aimed at those who want to undertake studies in this field. Obviously, this paper does not attempt to cover every single aspect of UWOC