Homebuilt ROVs Forum

Hi, I'm constructing an amphibious vehicle that can retrieve positively & negatively buoyant objects. My current thruster layout utilizes (2) 500 GPH bilge pump cartridges with propellers for forward motion & turning & (1) 750 GPH bilge pump cartridge with propeller for controlling depth...

@gadgetguy, Thanks for the quick reply. I researched PVC ball valve actuators, and they are certainly too expensive for my budget. I believe these cheap solenoid valves ($7) on ebay would work but my current design requires at least 3 valves. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Electric-Solenoid-Valve-For-Water...

Good afternoon, I am designing a marine propulsion system for a search & rescue tether operated vehicle. I intend to limit cost by using only one bilge pump to move the vehicle in water. Can this be accomplished by installing two pipes @ 45 degrees to the parallel at the rear of the craft? Ball ...