SPARK : Technical Report

This 25-page report, from South Pasadena High School, describes the design and construction of the SPARKY, an underwater remotely operated vehicle (ROV). This report was created by SPARK, 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 introduces the team and project. Teamwork and project management decisions are then considered. The design rationale is also presented, which includes information on innovation, problem solving, the systems approach, vehicle structure, vehicle systems, the control/electrical system, propulsion, buoyancy and ballasts, payload and tools, and parts decisions. Safety decisions, safety procedures, a systems integration diagram, testing and troubleshooting, accounting information, acknowledgements, and references are then provided. 

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