Development of a Low-Cost Underwater Robot for Research and Education

Abstract

Underwater robots are utilized for underwater observation. Generally, the development of underwater robots demands a significant amount of funds, posing a high barrier for research, development, and education. The aim of this study is to reduce these barriers, facilitating broader implementation of research, development, and education in the field of underwater robotics. This paper describes the development policy and cost of a low-cost underwater robot and discusses considerations based on the results in the robotics competition.