ROV

I spent the last few weeks helping an online oceanography class (Fairfax County Public Schools) build an ROV (Remote Operated Vehicle) for the Mate ROV Competition.

Building the ROV was quit an experience. I have become very interested in these underwater robots and am planning to build one of my own. I plan to make my own ROV/AUV (Autonomous Underwater Vehicle). The tether will be removable when it is in AUV mode. It will also support an onboard power supply.

I will also make a mechanical arm for grasping objects under water. I will soon post photos and more information in regards to this ROV project as well as my future ROV project so stay tuned.