π Meet the BlueROV2 β Your Underwater Explorer
The BlueROV2 from Blue Robotics is a rugged and versatile underwater robot. With its six vectored thrusters and open-source design, it's perfect for scientific exploration, inspection missions, and educational projects.
Whether you're navigating coral reefs, inspecting infrastructure, or running underwater experiments, BlueROV2 is your go-to ROV.
π‘ Key Detailsβ
- Model: BlueROV2
- Manufacturer: Blue Robotics
- Control System: Companion computer (Raspberry Pi) + Navigator or Pixhawk running ArduSub
- Thrusters: 6 T200 thrusters in vectored configuration
- Depth Rating: 100 m (standard), upgradeable to 300 m
- Power: Swappable battery (lithium-ion)
- Camera: 1080p HD USB camera with a wide field of view
- Lighting: Up to 4 adjustable Lumen Subsea lights
- Tether: Neutrally buoyant, up to 300 m
π Why Itβs Awesomeβ
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Open-source software and hardware
Customize everythingβfrom firmware to frame. -
Precise maneuvering
Vectored thrusters offer full 6 DOF control for stability and agility. -
Plug-and-play expandability
Add sonar, grippers, water-quality sensors, or manipulators easily. -
Global community
Supported by a large and active open-source robotics ecosystem.
π Useful Resourcesβ
- π Official Product Page β BlueROV2
- π§ Technical Documentation
- π ArduSub Firmware Docs
- πΉ BlueROV2 Intro Video
- π Technical Datasheet PDF
With the BlueROV2, you're not just observing the underwater worldβyouβre diving in with the best tools and full control.
Ready to explore?