We are a student-organized club at the Puget Sound Skill Center. We are focused on building ROVs (remotely operated vehicles) to compete in the MATE ROV competition. The Marine Advanced Technology Education (MATE) ROV competition, MATE, is part of the Marine Technology Society (MTS). The MATE ROV competition is an underwater robotics challenge that engages a global community of learners each year. Students are challenged to design and build an ROV with the necessary sensors and tools to support work to combat climate change, provide clean energy, feed our growing global population, monitor ocean health, and preserve our maritime history. The PSSC ROV team also aligns with Marine Tech Values, "Way of the WAVES" and is open to people of all cultures and backgrounds as well as the LGBTQ+ community.
The club is divided into Mechanical, Electrical & Software, and Marketing Teams.
Marketing Team: Students will learn marketing skills to advertise and communicate with business and community members.
Mechanical Team: Students will work together to create and design the ROV frame using various materials.
Electrical & Software Team: Responsible for understanding the robot's programming, control system, and power electronics. Work on developing software for robot control and automation.
Club Goals:
Provide an opportunity for youth to learn about underwater engineering
Learn professional habits and skills
Foster teamwork and collaboration with members
Compete and win the MATE ROV Regional Competition
Attend MATE ROV World Competition