Education
Well, we’re a fan of STEAM.
Why? Because at Blue Robotics, we believe that today’s youth are tomorrow’s innovators. And we recognize how important it is to provide them with the tools, knowledge, and hands-on experiences necessary to foster their curiosity and growth in marine technology.
From the very beginning, we’ve been committed to supporting ROV competitions, like MATE and RoboSub, by providing support as both a sponsor and a supplier of high-quality, affordable components. Through this involvement, we’ve helped make marine technology more accessible to schools, teams, and students from all backgrounds, empowering them to explore the exciting world of underwater robotics.
These competitions have helped countless students experience the power of STEAM firsthand, sparking their interest in marine technology and inspiring them to pursue careers that shape the future. Drawing from these experiences, we’ve laid the foundation for something even bigger—an initiative that will further nurture the next generation of innovators and explorers.
But it doesn’t end there…
Hence, this page. Welcome to our ever-evolving treasure trove of resources to help create hands-on, real-world experiences for students, encourage educators to implement discovery-based learning into their curriculum, and inspire a community of future thinkers and doers, driven to understand and protect our oceans.
We are excited to introduce “blueSTEAM Ahead,” an innovative educational initiative designed to bring cutting-edge marine technology directly into the hands of educators and students, not just robotics clubs. This program equips classrooms with the tools and curriculum necessary to unlock the mysteries of our blue planet, fostering a deep connection between students and their ocean environment.
Just as telescopes and microscopes have unlocked the cosmos and the microscopic world, ROVs and other marine technologies offer unparalleled access into the ocean’s depths.
Full blueSTEAM Ahead!
Since its start, blueSTEAM Ahead is making waves. Beginning with select high schools in California, the initiative has been pivotal in exposing educators and students to the potentials of ROV technology. Through hands-on field experiences, students not only gain practical knowledge but also develop a profound sense of wonder about the underwater world.
Join us in bringing underwater exploration to the next generation! We gathered a team together to look into existing science curriculums that included underwater ROVs and, well, there weren’t many! So after a little more research, we made our own. Our Curriculum touches on Ocean Literacy Principles and Next Generation Science Standards along with exposing students to the technology that’s out in the world right now.
We want to help get the tools directly into the hands of the people who need them. Our curriculum is available for free below. We are always looking for advice and feedback to make this the most useful tool in your lesson planning tool belt.
Ready to get started?!
We also have plenty of tools and resources!
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BlueROV2
The world's most affordable high-performance ROVFrom: $ 4,600.00 -
ABCs of Marine Vehicles Poster
Explore the underwater alphabet of marine robotics$0.00 -
T200 Thruster
The world's most popular thruster for ROVs, AUVs, and more$258.00 -
Underwater Robotics: Science, Design & Fabrication
Covers basic thru advanced concepts of marine robotics$120.00
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BlueROV2
The world's most affordable high-performance ROVFrom: $ 4,600.00 -
ABCs of Marine Vehicles Poster
Explore the underwater alphabet of marine robotics$0.00 -
T200 Thruster
The world's most popular thruster for ROVs, AUVs, and more$258.00 -
Underwater Robotics: Science, Design & Fabrication
Covers basic thru advanced concepts of marine robotics$120.00
We’re stoked to support these competitions!
The perfect way for students to build their squad and test their skills.
Looking for support?
Check out the list of organizations that are enabling educators and students around the world by providing hardware and extra-curricular STEM activities for inspired students.
Cerebro X
Office 822, Building 02, Bay Square
Business Bay, Dubai
United Arab Emirates
One Degree Production Service Ltd.
Flat M, 1/F, Kwai Fook Building
Lai Fong Street, Kwai Chung, N.T.
Hong Kong
Re-Engineering Australia Foundation
Unit 7, 20-22 Foundry Road
Seven Hills NSW 2147
Australia
Soegijapranata Catholic University
Yustinus Building / Gedung Yustinus, Jalan Pawiyatan Luhur IV/1 Bendan Dhuwur
Semarang, Central Java 50234
Indonesia
Trident Ocean
58, Gomo-ro 526beon-gil, Jillye-myeon
Gimhae-si, Gyeongsangnam-do
Republic of Korea
Dive a little deeper…
Using Blue Robotics Components on a Competition ROV
Which Underwater Robotics Competition is Right for You?
How to Start an Underwater Robotics Competition Team
Guide to the Thruster Commander
Our forums are a space for us to support and interact with anyone using our vehicles, software, and products, but also somewhere to share things you build and dives you go on, along with all the third party products that you can (or want to) use with our equipment. This is a place for our awesome community to share, discuss, and explore exciting ideas, projects, and products in the world of marine robotics. We also encourage the discussion of exploration, science, and furthering our shared understanding of all things underwater.
We’ve even created a dedicated STEM category for all things marine robotics and education! Here, we hope students, educators, parents, and anyone else interested in STEM can chat about all the things! Can’t wait to chat!
