Design a multi-functional ROV capable of transporting objects, determining sound and temperature readings, and manipulating seals and locks. The ROV will be operated in a clear, lit test pool and be able to submerge to a maximum depth of four meters.
Individual Design Brief
Design a manipulator used to pick up, carry, and relocate items within a swimming pool, while not impeding the motion of the ROV.
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Specifications
ROV must operate in fresh, chlorinated water
ROV must submerge to a maximum depth of 4 meters
Has to be remote controlled with a tether connected to the ROV
Must have a direct camera feed to the operators
Must create as little water friction as possible through the pool
Must be able to pick and place objects throughout the pool at the competition site.
Must be easily operated by high school students from the view of an underwater camera mounted on the hull of the ROV
Must be operable while minimally altering the chemical composition of pool water through lubricants such as oils, greases, etc.
Must have an operable and functioning electrical system
Must be confined to one power source
Must have a pliable and lengthy tether connected to the power source and controls
Propulsion must be electrical, hydraulic, or pneumatic; if hydraulic or pneumatic power must come from the MATE power supply
Manipulator must be able to transport objects without damaging the manipulator/object
Manipulator must operate on either electrical, hydraulic, or pneumatic power
ROV must be able to balance itself in the water without human interaction
All equipment must function to complete the assigned tasks
The claw must be able to open to 4 inches
Other specifications will be assigned once the tasks are assigned in Mid-November
Limits
ROV must be completed during the school year
ROV must be a manageable size that can easily be transported to the competition and complete the tasks
ROV and monitors must operate on a 12 volt and 25 amp system
ROV must be made out of a non corrosive material
Transformers may not be used
The maximum PSI for pneumatic power is 40 PSI
The pneumatic power system must be rated for at least 100 PSI
The maximum PSI for hydraulic power is 150 PSI
The hydraulic power device must be rated for at least 300 PSI
Other limitations will be assigned once the objective is told to us in Mid-November
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