Design and Fabrication of a low cost Remotely Operated Underwater Vehicle for underwater exploration

Authors: Priyanka Das

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14259436

Short DOI: https://doi.org/g8s4d8

Country: USA

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Abstract: Robotic systems and remotely operated mechanisms have gained increased application in the past years. Such systems are extensively used to replace or reduce human effort wherever possible. This paper aims at the design considerations and methodology used in manufacturing of a low-cost inhouse underwater remotely operated vehicle (ROV). The ROV can be used for inspection of underwater structures, pipelines and fishery cages, equipped with a camera and a Raspberry Pi board that can relay a live video feed from the ROV’s perspective. Minimal number of DC motors fitted with propellors are used to propel the ROV in two translation directions and about one rotational axis. The ROV is controlled over WiFi with an Secure Shell (SSH) terminal on a portable computer. The prototype was validated for stability and maneuverabilty with experimental testing. A brief cost report of the project is also tabulated.

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Paper Id: 231700

Published On: 2019-04-03

Published In: Volume 7, Issue 2, March-April 2019

Cite This: Design and Fabrication of a low cost Remotely Operated Underwater Vehicle for underwater exploration - Priyanka Das - IJIRMPS Volume 7, Issue 2, March-April 2019. DOI 10.5281/zenodo.14259436

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