Project: Build a remotely operated vehicle (ROV)
Product used: Chainflex CF31 and Chainflex Air

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Six students hailing from Miami Dade College in Florida used Chainflex® continuous-flex cables on their remotely operated vehicle (ROV) in the 2005 MATE (Marine Advanced Technology Education) ROV Competition this past June. The students developed important skills needed for a future in marine technology by participating in the competition, which challenges students to build an ROV that works in hazardous waters while the operator mans the robot in a comfortable, safe environment.

Through igus’® Y.E.S (Young Engineers Support) Program, the students received a free supply of Chainflex CF31, a power and control cable, and Chainflex Air, a pneumatic hose, for their ROV. The team used Chainflex, as the main tether of their vehicle to provide power to four trolling motors and four underwater cameras.

The Chainflex and pneumatic cables worked well for students, according to their instructional technologist, Haniel Pulido, Jr.

“Igus’ products were essential to our success. The flexibility of the power cable provided for easy tether management during the competition and throughout our practice sessions,” said Pulido.

The Miami Dade team placed 7th overall at the MATE competition out of a total of 16 Explorer-level teams. Explorer is the more challenging of the two divisions.