Homebuilt ROVs Forum

Welcome.

Looks good so far.

Check out other peoples builds and when you decide what you like, just ask if you have any questions about how to make it happen. There's a lot of smart, helpful people here who are willing to offer advice.

Great footage, especially that one fish near the end.

If you choose Fusion 360, check out Product Design Online on YouTube by Kevin Kennedy. He has 30 project tutorials, starting with a basic Lego block and working up from there. He's also doing tutorials on every function in Fusion 360. They're perfect for beginners. I've learned tons from them.

Look through the Control Systems and Tethers section. There's lots of options there.

I'm looking to design a 7 function manipulator for my next ROV. I was thinking mini hydraulic rams. I'd like to see your ideas/sketches. Maybe collaborate. I'm going to 3D print whatever I design. it'll probably be about half the size of what you're going for.

A Christmas present from my wife. I think i'll have to start working on a new design.

This is PVC fittings from Home Depot.

Nice. Would you mind sharing the STL for your camera mount? I'd want to use something like that on my next ROV.