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6 Submarine Model
 Wenpeng Zhang
Yikai Xu
Yiqin Li
Zhicong Zhang
 design_document2.pdf
final_paper2.pdf
proposal2.pdf
 Pavel Loskot
Zhicong Zhang
Yikai Xu yikaixu3
Yiqin Li yiqinli2
Wenpeng Zhang wenpeng4

Submarine Model
Request For Approval

**Problem**
Moving on the ground or on the water, or in the air is relatively easy. This may not be the case when moving in the water. A remote-controlled submarine model can be used to simulate the performance of real submarines in a complex environment, showing the working principles of submarines to help understanding submarine technology and marine science.

**Solution overview**
Our solution involves implementing the functionality of a submarine through a remote-control system, an automatic stabilization and dynamic system, and drainage system. Additionally, we require an electronic control MCU to process remote control commands sent from a distance and handle signals from sensors to achieve submarine balance. Our novelty lies in balance in complex underwater environment and avoiding collision.

**Solution component**
Sensor Subsystem:
1. Pressure and infrared distance sensors: Measure the depth and object distance at which the submarine is operating.
2. Motion sensors: Monitor the speed and acceleration of the submarine's three-dimensional motion.

Processing Subsystem:
1. Main Controller (Microcontroller): Responsible for processing and interpreting sensor data, controlling the submarine's movement and operations.
2. Communication Module: Facilitates data communication with an external base or command center, conveying submarine status and mission information.
3. Automatic Stabilization Module: Utilize sensor data and apply PID control algorithms to realize automatic stabilization.

Power Subsystem:
1.Battery and electric Motors: Control the propulsion and maneuvering of the submarine to adapt to different depths and aquatic conditions.

Mechanical Subsystem:
1. Cabin: Used to the house rest of the subsystems and keep water out.
2. Water storage tank: Control the total weight of the submarine.

**Criterion for success**

1. Effective waterproof functionality.
2. [novelty] System's stability. Maintain the hull's balance under different water conditions.
3. Stable ascension and descent.
4. Forward/backward movements.
5. Various operational modes. Each performs at different applications. Such as Obstacle avoidance, cruise control, etc. (optional)

**Distribution of Work**
Zhicong Zhang: Mechanical part
Yikai Xu: Remote controlling and MCU part
Yiqin Li: Electricals part and control system part
Wenpeng Zhang: Software part

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