Discovery Robotics : Technical Report

This 25-page report, from Grove Academy, describes the design and construction of the underwater remotely operated vehicle (ROV) created by the Discovery Robotics team for the Ranger Class of the 2022 MATE ROV competition. MATE ROV is a global competition that challenges STEM students to build underwater ROVs to complete challenges. The competition is split into the following classes based on build complexity: Explorer, Ranger, Pioneer, Navigator, and Scout.

This report begins with an abstract and company profile that introduces the Discovery Robotics team and their ROV. The design rationale section provides an analysis of the construction of the team's ROV, discussing materials, structural design, thrusters, drag, cameras, and grabber. The report also covers problem solving, systems approach, vehicle structure, propulsion, buoyancy and ballast, safety, troubleshooting, and more.

Manuals for each competition class and technical reports from other teams are available to view separately.