High Accuracy Localization and Underwater Communication
Implementing Organization
Subsea Systems Institute, University of Houston
Overview
DWH Project Funding
$139,500
Known Leveraged Funding
$0
Funding Organization
The U.S. Department of Treasury
Funding Program
The RESTORE Act Funds Bucket 5: Centers of Excellence Research Grant Program
Details
Project Category
Science
Project Actions
Oil System Safety Research
Targeted Resources
Infrastructure
Project Description
This project will focus on magnetic induction (MI) (1) for high-accuracy, short-range, non-optical localization of remotely operated underwater vehicles (ROVs), and (2) in conjunction with acoustic modems to optimize communications between a maneuvering
Contact
Stephanie Coates713-743-6530
sacoates@uh.edu
Project Website
Project Partners
None
Affiliated Institutions
Underwater vehicles need high-accuracy, short-range non-optical localization. Remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) are relied on for subsea inspection, maintenance, and repair of structures where access by human personnel is dangerous.