General Requirements

Buoyancy and Stability

The AUV must be slightly positively buoyant and stable enough to ensure safe underwater operation. Stability will play a crucial role in maintaining control during the mission and avoiding tipping or unintentional submersion.

Autonomy

During the competition, teams will not be allowed to actively control the AUV remotely during surfacing. The AUV must operate fully autonomously while competing. The only exceptions to this are when switching the AUV into 'autonomous mode' and when activating the kill switch in case of an emergency.

Remote Control Capabilities

Participating AUVs must have the capability to be remotely controlled for safety during emergencies or malfunctions. Remote control will also be required during launching, recovery, and movement between challenges.

Camera

The AUV must be equipped with a camera system capable of identifying underwater markers and potential obstacles. The camera should provide clear visibility in the forward direction, with the option to monitor areas behind the AUV if required by the competition tasks.

Reverse

The AUV should have a reverse functionality that enables it to move backward safely when there are no obstacles detected behind it. This helps in maneuvering tight spaces or avoiding hazards.

Launching

The AUV must be small and lightweight, designed to be easily handled by a maximum of 3 people. It must not require a crane for deployment. Additionally, the AUV should have dimensions of less than 50 cm in all directions.