AquaBot Technicians: Technical Report

This 24-page report, from Foy H Moody High School, describes the design and construction of the underwater remotely operated vehicle (ROV) created by the AquaBot Technicians team for the Ranger 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 the AquaBot Technicians and their ROV. Following the abstract, an overview of each component of the ROV is provided, including the cameras, laser, thrusters, and more. Next, the design rationale section features an overview of the design and construction of the ROV. Also covered is the team's non-ROV device, project management, innovation, buoyancy, testing and troubleshooting, and safety. A safety review checklist, budget sheet, and system integration diagrams for the ROV and non-ROV device are included.

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