Linn-Benton Community College ROV: Technical Report

This 24-page report describes the design and construction of the underwater remotely operated vehicle (ROV) created by the Linn-Benton Community College ROV team for the Explorer Class of the 2023 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.

The report begins with an abstract introducing Linn-Benton Community College ROV and their ROV. Following the abstract, the report covers the company philosophy, planning and scheduling, and team management. The design rationale section provides information on the construction of the team's ROV, discussing the design philosophy, frame and structure, buoyancy systems, and more. Also covered is safety, testing and troubleshooting, the team's budget, cost accounting, acknowledgements, and references. Three systems integration diagrams (SIDs), and the following three appendices are included: Power Conversion Circuit Diagram, Setup Plan, and Operations Plan.

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