The Basic Rov Control System Wiring Manual
Feb 3, 2015
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The BRCS manual is 80 pages long and about a 14mb download in PDF format.
The BRCS is a very simple control system that is meant for a basic observation class ROV with three brushed motor thrusters (typically bilge pump type) that allows for 3 degrees of freedom. (forward/back, left/right, dive/surface) This system only allows for basic on/off control of those three thrusters (no speed control) with the option of one add-on such as an additional thruster (for lateral movement), lights, or an open/close type manipulator. Although none of those are actually covered in this manual. This manual will provide basic step by step instructions to wiring the control box, a simple joystick, and basic tether construction. There may be different options for certain aspects of construction and allowances must be made for your particular ROV design and the parts that you choose to use. With that in mind please read through the entire manual before starting to get an understanding of what needs to be done or changed along the way.
Example of a small ROV running the BRCS.
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