SEAL Robotics Team : Technical Report

This 21-page report, published by SEAL Robotics, describes the design and construction of Mildrid, an underwater remotely operated vehicle (ROV). This report was created by the SEAL Robotics team, a student group that participated in the 2021 MATE ROV competitions Ranger class. MATE ROV is a global underwater robotics competition for STEM students. The competition includes Explorer, Ranger, Navigator, and Scout classes.

In the report, an abstract and company overview introduce the team and project. A project management section then details team roles and overcoming challenges. The design rationale is then presented. This section explores innovation, problem solving, the systems approach, vehicle structure, vehicle systems, the control/electric system, propulsion, buoyancy and ballast, payload and tools, and the reuse of parts from prior models. Two system integration diagrams are then presented. The report then considers several safety concerns, which include the safety philosophy and checklists. Next, a section on critical analysis considers the testing methodology, strategies and techniques for testing and troubleshooting, prototyping, and dedicated testing rigs. Finally, the report provides accounting information, acknowledgments, and references.  

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