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A portable, anchored sensor module for collecting fresh water environmental data over a range of depths, is supported relative to a buoy having a power supply and control circuitry. A depth control housing supports the underwater sensor module. The depth control housing can be controlled as to its b

A portable, anchored sensor module for collecting fresh water environmental data over a range of depths, is supported relative to a buoy having a power supply and control circuitry. A depth control housing supports the underwater sensor module. The depth control housing can be controlled as to its buoyancy for supporting the sensor module at selected depths and collecting data at such depths. The control circuitry includes capabilities for transmitting data on suitable frequencies, such as those for a cellular phone, and has a computer with memory for storing the sensor signal for remote call up. Periodically the sensor information may be transmitted to a remote station used for control. The remote station also can control the depth from which the sensors are taking data.

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[ What is claimed is:] [1.] An underwater sensing system comprising a floatable buoy;a control circuit mounted in an interior chamber of said buoy and having leads extending therefrom;a sensor assembly comprising at least one water quality sensor connected to said leads;a depth control housing havin

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] An underwater sensing system comprising a floatable buoy;a control circuit mounted in an interior chamber of said buoy and having leads extending therefrom;a sensor assembly comprising at least one water quality sensor connected to said leads;a depth control housing having an interior chamber for supporting the sensor assembly, said controls including a operating control for adjusting the buoyancy of the depth control housing to maintain the depth for positioning the water quality sensor at a desired depth.