EPOXSEA: Technical Report

This 25-page report, published by The Hong Kong Univesity of Science and Technology, describes the design and construction of the underwater remotely operated vehicle (ROV) created by the EPOXSEA 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 EPOXSEA and their ROV. The design rationale section provides an overview of the construction of the ROV, highlighting the design evolution, mechanical system, electrical system, software. Next, the report focuses on mission ROV features developed by EPOXSEA, such as the water sample extractor and the magnet driven trap. Also discussed is safety, testing and troubleshooting, project and company management, challenges, future improvements, lessons learned, and more. The following appendices are included: Operational Checklist, Electronics Troubleshooting Checklist, Proposed Budget, and Cost Projection.

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