Teacher guide
This activity introduces students to the wonders of underwater robotics. Students are invited to build an underwater robot and a propulsion system, to develop a controller, and investigate weight and buoyancy. This challenge teaches basic skills in ship and submarine design and encourages students to explore naval architecture and marine and ocean engineering concepts. The activity is based on the SeaPearch program developed by MIT Professors Thomas Consi & Chris Chryssostomides, this activity is inspired by the book «How to Build an Underwater Robot,» by Harry Bohm and Vickie Jensen. The program is currently managed by the Association of Unmanned Vehicle Systems International Foundation (AUVSIF). The activity was adapted in the framework of the STEMforYouth project.
Materials developed by students
5 students from San José school constructed a Hydraulic Arm in the academic year 2017/2018. This project was carried out in Technology regular lessons and outside the regular lessons, and guided by a teacher (Óscar Arcera). Students were in the 4th year of Compulsory Secondary Education (4th ESO).
