2.4 Compliance Checklist

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All SeaPerch ROVs must meet vehicle requirements for (1) design, (2) safety and (3) construction during the Compliance Checks before the ROV can be permitted on the courses. A Compliance Checklist will be included in each team's registration packet at the SeaPerch Challenge.

No parts or attachments (except ballasting material) may be removed or added after the compliance check, but attachments may be repositioned.

Design must follow Competition Classes and Design Rules.

2.4.1 Design Compliance

A. Stock and Open Classes

• Requires only one standard power source for propulsion. Battery limited to one 12VDC, 12Ah max battery no larger than standard SeaPerch battery.

• Uses no more than one additional external battery of 12VDC, 12Ah max no larger than standard SeaPerch battery for auxiliary equipment

• Uses only standard SeaPerch kit motors or exact replacement for propulsion

B. Stock Class Specific

• Maximum of 3 standard motors for propulsion

• ROV meets maximum $25 (value) budget limit for modifications

2.4.2 Safety

• No exposed live wires on controllers, SeaPerch ROV or tether cable

• No sharp edges or potentially hazardous parts

• Motors are sealed (waterproofed)

• Power cable has insulated covers on alligator clips or terminals

2.4.3 Construction

• No loose parts that could potentially fall off during competition

• Tether cable is secured to ROV

The team's captain or coach must sign off on the Compliance Checklist and and assure that the team will not make modifications to the ROV system after the compliance check.