Bengawan UV Roboboat Team UNS

Introduction

The electrical system of Mandakini Raiden is designed with a centralized and modular architecture to ensure stable, safe, and efficient power distribution. The system utilizes a power distribution box equipped with a main terminal block and DC-to-DC converters to regulate and distribute voltage to various subsystems in the Control Box, including Pixhawk, Jetson, telemetry modules, and the emergency system.

In addition, the electrical system supports the operation of relays and Electronic Speed Controllers (ESCs) used in water operation and rescue delivery missions, allowing actuators to be controlled precisely according to mission requirements. To maintain propulsion system reliability, motor power sources are separated and use dedicated Li-Po batteries, preventing overload on the control and sensor systems.

As part of the monitoring system, Mandakini Raiden is equipped with a battery voltage sensor that monitors remaining battery capacity in real time. This sensor is connected to an Arduino, which then transmits battery voltage data to Pixhawk for display and use as a reference for decision making during vessel operation.