WhaleTech Robotics: Technical Report

This 25-page report, published by North Paulding High School, describes the design and construction of the underwater remotely operated vehicle (ROV) created by the WhaleTech Robotics team for the Explorer Class of the 2022 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 that introduces WhaleTech Robotics and their ROV. The design rationale section provides an analysis of the construction of the team's ROV, discussing the design evolution, manufacturing process, mechanical components, tether management, submersible connectors, buoyancy, electrical systems, software, mission specific tools, and troubleshooting and testing techniques. The report also covers safety, logistics, acknowledgments, and references. The following appendices are included: Operations and Safety Checklist, Side of Go-Float, SID Main ROV, and Flowchart Programming.

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