Autonomous Underwater Vehicle Quiz

What was the primary objective of the 2009-2010 AUV Major Qualifying Project?

• To design a new underwater vehicle

• To conduct oceanographic studies

• To program, optimize, and complete work on an existing submersible platform

• To develop a commercial AUV

Who were the authors of the project report?

• Russel Morrin, Daniel Moussette

• Neil Whitehouse, Tanvir Anjum

• Professor Islam Hussein, Professor William Michalson

• Daniel Moussette, Ashish Palooparambil, Jarred Raymond

What type of vehicle was the focus of the project?

• Remote-Controlled Submarine

• Commercial Fishing Boat

• Autonomous Underwater Vehicle

• Surface Vessel

What was one of the main challenges in researching autonomous underwater craft?

• Insufficient data

• Limited technology

• High expense

• Lack of interest from students

What was used to optimize the vehicle's control algorithm?

• Python

• Java

• MATLAB

• C++

What type of propulsion system was used in the vehicle?

• Jet propulsion

• Magnetically coupled drive system

• Solar-powered motors

• Nuclear propulsion

What was the final test of the vehicle designed to demonstrate?

• Its battery life

• Its ability to communicate with other vehicles

• Its speed in open water

• Its ability to dive and resurface

Which professors were acknowledged for their guidance in the project?

• Professor Neil Whitehouse and Professor Tanvir Anjum

• Professor Alan Turing and Professor Ada Lovelace

• Professor Islam Hussein and Professor William Michalson

• Professor John Smith and Professor Jane Doe

What is the abbreviation for the Worcester Polytechnic Institute?

• WPIA

• WPII

• WPI

• Worcester Tech

What was the date of the project report submission?

• May 1, 2010

• March 15, 2010

• April 29, 2010

• April 1, 2010