Crusader Robotics: Technical Report

This 24-page report, from Brother Rice High School, describes the design and construction of the underwater remotely operated vehicle (ROV) created by the Crusader Robotics team for the Ranger Class of the 2023 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 introducing Crusader Robotics and their ROV. The design rationale section provides an overview of the construction of the team's ROV, highlighting the design evolution, design/build schedule, components of the ROV, control and electrical systems, and information on whether each part was built, bought or reused. Also covered are company safety policies, job safety analysis (JSA), safety checklists, budgeting, and company evaluation. The following appendices are included: Design/Build Schedule, Notable ROV Safety Features, SID (systems integration diagram), JSA, Budget, and ROV Planning and Research & Development.

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