At MATE, longevity and reusability are key commitments in marine technology education. With SeaMATE kits, students and educators can engage in hands-on learning while making the most of their materials. Designed for repeat use and easy adaptation, SeaMATE kits offer a practical approach to underwater robotics. Below, we explore the durable features of each kit and share ideas for repurposing parts after project completion. Reusability in SeaMATE Kits AngelFish Kit The AngelFish ROV Kit is specifically designed to be a re-usable ROV kit. Once completed and used, a few components can be removed and discarded. An AngelFish Refresh Kit can be purchased inexpensively, and the kit can be re-built by a new set of students. You can purchase the AngelFish refresh kit here. PufferFish Kit The PufferFish ROV kit is semi-reusable. The control board with all the components soldered onto it can be removed, and a PufferFish Circuit Board Refresh Kit with new components can be purchased. TriggerFish Kit The TriggerFish ROV kit is semi-reusable. Both control boards with all the components soldered onto them can be removed, and a replacement board with new components can be purchased. Purchase the refresh kit here. Barracuda Kit The Barracuda ROV kit follows the same sustainable approach as the TriggerFish Kit. By swapping out the control boards with a Barracuda Control Board Replacement Kit, students can extend the kit’s lifecycle while reducing material waste. Creative Ways to Repurpose ROV Parts PVC Frames: The PVC pipes from AngelFish and PufferFish kits can be repurposed into classroom organizers, new ROV designs, or structural supports for other STEM projects. Motors & Propellers: These components can be used in small DIY underwater exploration projects or to study propulsion and fluid dynamics. Electronics & Wiring: Salvaged electronic components can be incorporated into custom robotics projects, Arduino experiments, or basic circuit training exercises. Floats & Buoyancy Mater