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Title: Introduction to Intelligent Photonic Surfaces for Next-Generation Underwater Communication
Authors: Dr. T. U. Jeevitha and Dr. Tejaswi Ashok Hegde
Author Affiliations:
- Dr. T. U. Jeevitha, Department of Physics, AMET University, Chennai, India
- Dr. Tejaswi Ashok Hegde, Department of Physics, Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science, Chennai, India
Publisher: Cogniverse Press, Jorhat, Assam, India
Edition: First Edition, April 2026
ISBN: 978-93-47652-30-1 (Print Edition)
e-ISBN: 978-93-47652-53-0 (Digital Edition)
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Preface
The advancement of communication technologies has continually expanded the limits of information transfer, yet the underwater environment remains one of the most challenging domains. Traditional communication methods such as acoustic and radio-frequency systems suffer from limitations including low data rates, high latency, and significant signal attenuation. These constraints highlight the urgent need for innovative approaches that can enable efficient, reliable, and high-speed underwater communication.
This book, “Introduction to Intelligent Photonic Surfaces for Next-Generation Underwater Communication”, explores a promising frontier that integrates photonics with intelligent surface engineering. Intelligent Photonic Surfaces offer the ability to dynamically control light propagation, thereby enhancing signal transmission and reducing losses in underwater environments.
By combining concepts from photonics, electromagnetics, and advanced material science, this work provides a strong foundation for understanding and developing next-generation communication systems.
Designed for students, researchers, and professionals, this book presents both fundamental principles and emerging advancements in the field. It aims to bridge the gap between theoretical understanding and practical application, encouraging further exploration and innovation.
The authors hope this work inspires readers to contribute to the development of cutting-edge solutions that will transform underwater communication technologies in the years to come.
Authors:
- Dr. T. U. Jeevitha
- Dr. Tejaswi Ashok Hegde
Key Themes of the Book
- Underwater Optical Wireless Communication (UWOC)
- Intelligent Photonic and Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces (RIS)
- Optical Signal Propagation in Underwater Environments
- Beamforming and Phase Optimization
- RIS-Assisted Communication Architectures
- Adaptive Beam Steering and Tracking
- Energy-Efficient Underwater Communication Networks
- Emerging Photonic Materials and Future Research Directions
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction to Underwater Optical Wireless Communication
- The importance of underwater communication
- Existing Underwater Communication Technologies
- Motivation for Intelligent Photonic Surfaces (RIS) in Underwater Links
- References
Chapter 2: Fundamentals of Underwater Optical Wireless Communication
- Channel Attenuation and Beer–Lambert Law
- Geometric Loss and Beam Alignment
- Absorption and Scattering Models
- Underwater Optical Turbulence
- Noise and Detection
- References
Chapter 3: Principles of Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces
- Concept and Physical Foundations of RIS
- Architecture of Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces
- Mathematical Modeling of RIS-Assisted Communication Channels
- Beamforming and Phase Optimization
- Implementation Technologies for Optical RIS
- Advantages and Limitations of RIS Technology
- References
Chapter 4: RIS-Assisted Underwater Optical Communication
- System Integration Framework for RIS-UWOC Networks
- RIS-Enhanced Link Budget Analysis
- Adaptive Beam Steering and Tracking Algorithms
- Multi-RIS Cooperative Communication
- RIS-Assisted Modulation and Signal Processing
- Practical Deployment and Real-World Demonstrations
- Future Research Opportunities
- References
Chapter 5: Network Architectures, Deployment Strategies, and Future Directions for RIS-Enabled Underwater Optical Communication
- Network Architectures, Deployment Strategies, and Future Directions for RIS-Enabled Underwater Optical Communication
- RIS-Assisted Multi-Hop Optical Communication
- Optimization of RIS Placement in Underwater Networks
- Energy-Efficient Communication in RIS Networks
- Integration with Ocean Observation Systems
- Emerging Materials for Underwater Photonic Surfaces
- Open Research Problems
- References







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