Innovating Underwater Robotics for Industry, Research & Exploration
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BOB ROV
BOB ROV is the latest ROV prototype designed to complete deep-sea educational and experimental missions at depths up to 500 meters. With a completely redesigned frame, a next-generation PCB-based electronics system, and improved maneuverability, BOB ROV is built to excel in challenging underwater environments.
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JONA ROV
Meet JONA, Sunk Robotics' newest ROV. Created for the 2024 MATE ROV, and modified for the 2025 competition, JONA ROV brings a whole new frame, a PCB- based electronics system, and overall improved manuverability.
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JENA Float
A vertically profiling robot designed to autonomously collect data from various depths in the ocean. Being revision two, this design includes a completely overhauled electronics system and a much more modern and controllable User Interface (UI).
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STEVE ROV
Version one of Sunk Robotics' competing robots. This design includes dual feed cameras along with a lightweight tether reducing drag. With 6 thrusters, it is capable of moving in 4 degrees of freedom.
Our Journey
2025 – Growth
The team has decided to part ways from MATE ROV and focus on our latest ROV 2026 (BOB ROV) designed to complete deep-sea educational and experimental missions.
2024 – World Champions
In 2024, Sunk Robotics placed 9th in the International ROV Competition and won the NE MATE ROV Regional.
2023 - Mate ROV Competition
Participated in the Mate ROV Competition and got 1st place in regionals. Went to Longmont, Colorado for the world competition and placed 14th in the world.
2022 – MATE ROV Debut
In 2022, Sunk Robotics participated in the New England MATE ROV Regional Competition for the first time, placing first, and landing a spot in the international competition. Went to Long Beach California for the world competition and placed 23rd in the world
2022 – First ROV
Built and tested our first Remote Operated Vehicle (STEVE ROV) for competition use in the 2022 MATE ROV Competition to represent our school.
Our Sponsors
From everyone at Sunk Robotics, we would like to give a huge thank you to our sponsors for their continuous and generous support. Without you, we would not be able to do what we do.
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