Innovative Design of Underwater Robots and Ocean Exploration

Through the latest research that the scale of artificial intelligence core industry will exceed 500 billion yuan in five years; AI combined with deep-sea exploration, marine resource development and utilization has become an emerging strategic field of technological development, among which underwater robot is a popular technology application in the world. ASDAN China jointly launched the Innovative design of underwater robots & ocean exploration project in cooperation with Fablab and industry-leading technology company. The Fab Lab, authorized and certified by the MIT Bit and Atom Center. Students use 3D design software to practice applications, build personal underwater robots, complete the Explore Ocean.

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Shenzhen Open Innovation Laboratory (SZOIL)
SZOIL is the first laboratory in Shenzhen to be officially authorized and certified by the Fab Lab International Micro Assembly Laboratory in collaboration with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Center for Bits and Atoms (CBA). It is also a research and development partner for MIT FabLab 2.0.

CHASING
CHASING is a national high-tech enterprise that researches, develops, produces, and sells consumer-grade underwater drones globally. It owns three self-built factories, with its Ganzhou facility being the world's largest production base for portable ROVs. Since its establishment, CHASING has completed four rounds of financing and has become a leading enterprise in the underwater technology industry.

Through this program, I have acquired the following skills: 1. Mechanical design and manufacturing: I have gained knowledge of mechanical design and manufacturing processes, including 3D modeling, mechanical machining, welding, reinforcement, etc.; 2. Electronic circuit design and debugging: I was familiar with electronic component selection and circuit design, including sensors, motors, controllers, etc., and the ability to debug and repair electronic circuits. Physical operation on the board is also involved; 3. Programming and control: I was familiar with computer programming languages, in this case, graphical programming, and the ability to systematize programming and make improvements; 4. Underwater robot systems: I have understood the overall design and composition of underwater robot systems, including the coordinated operation of mechanical, electronic circuits, and control systems.
—— The Affiliated High School to Hangzhou Normal University - Student Yang
I greatly enjoyed the teaching and hands-on practice, gaining a lot from them. Not only have I learned how to weld, model, and program, but more importantly, I have also learned how to complete a relatively large scientific and technological innovation project independently. I also learned simple 3D modeling and understood the basic mechanisms of 3D printing. I learned how to use the right materials and when to choose them. I also gained insights into underwater robots' basic operation/effects/application prospects/background/history, which greatly sparked my interest in researching underwater robots. This program has also been very helpful for my future studies, giving me a deeper understanding of my favorite subjects.
—— International Department of Suzhou No.1 School of Jiangsu Province - Student Xu
My favorite part was the practice at the seaside because it allowed us to identify many shortcomings of our robot, such as the impact of wind and waves on its maneuverability. At the same time, we experienced the operation of professional underwater robots and witnessed the huge gap between our robot and the professional level. I will continue to learn more about underwater robot-related knowledge in the future, hoping to develop a robot professionally!
—— Shenzhen College Of International Education -Student Chen