Optimal location for underwater data collection sensor network nodes creating multi-purpose “Safe-Nets” around offshore exploration areas

This paper presents a common framework model for multi-purpose underwater sensor networks to be deployed around offshore oil and gas drilling exploration areas, as well as on all types of concrete or steel structures at sea. We are looking into environmental safety applications of underwater data collection modular devices and a model for best distribution pattern optimizing the sensor´s location problem. The deployment challenges using remote operated vehicles (ROV) are also addressed and we present some scenarios optimization done on the ROV Simulator.