Buccaneers: Technical Report

This 19-page report, provided by East Tennessee State University, describes the design and construction of the underwater remotely operated vehicle (ROV) created by the Buccaneers team for the Explorer Class of the 2024 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, and Navigator, and Scout.

The report begins with an abstract introducing the Buccaneers and their ROV followed by a discussion of teamwork. The Design Rational section goes into detail on the design, construction, and features of the team's ROV. Also discussed is team and ROV safety, testing and troubleshooting techniques, and finances. Included are the following appendices:

• Electronics SID [systems integration diagram] Diagram
• Budget Spreadsheet
• ROV Cost Breakdown
• Pre-Flight Checklist

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