HOW DO RADIO CONTROLLED (RC) SUBMARINES WORK ?

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  • HOW DO RADIO CONTROLLED (RC) SUBMARINES WORK ?
    Matt kindly runs me through how his HMS Upholder radio controlled submarine works. The shell for this RC submarine is made by OTW Designs (otwdesigns.com/) in Loughborough which is run by Bob Dimack. He tells me about how it dives and surfaces, the propulsion and control systems. Impressed by the clean installation of all the gear. It made it easy to understand the function of all the components.
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    Filmed by Dom Mitchell for the 'Essential RC' TH-cam channel at Bournville RC Yacht Racing and Model Powerboat Club using the Panasonic AG-UX180 Pro 4K camcorder. Thanks to Matt for his time and cooperation.
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  • @Stigstigster
    @Stigstigster 4 ปีที่แล้ว +261

    That was a good interview. The gentleman did a good job of explaining everything.

    • @mase7557
      @mase7557 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, he did. Made watching the video worthwhile.

  • @J0hnnieP
    @J0hnnieP 4 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    RC Submarines raises the complexity of RC vehicles by a huge factor. I don't think many people realize just how complex they are or what goes into building or using one.

    • @TheGrimreef
      @TheGrimreef 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      John Powers id say same bout helicopters.

    • @Make-Asylums-Great-Again
      @Make-Asylums-Great-Again 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Gate keeping by John.

    • @noth606
      @noth606 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Stevie D I haven't had a sub but I did fly helis and quadcopter for a bit, the amount of props and blades you chew through in urban areas was a pain, plus the larger helis are really quite pricey for good ones. I'd imagine the running cost of a sub would be a bit less, construction likely about the same. Micro helis can be fairly cheap though and IMO the best way to learn since they are also not nearly as dangerous as the larger ones.

    • @SidecarHero1
      @SidecarHero1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You've apparently have never built and flown a helicopter.

    • @stanleycorr1839
      @stanleycorr1839 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Well... I mean it's really cool but not what I'd call complicated. A pump, three servos, a basic gyro and a motor. Doesn't even have independent vanes for roll dampening and the main hull isn't water/pressure resistant. Have you seen a flybarless aerobatic heli? Or even a scale multi-mast RC sailing boat? That shit is what I'd call complicated. If this was more realistic with a full pressure hull and multiple ballast tanks and pumps to adjust trim and video back to goggles or a laptop to about 20 meters or further with a long aerial with a float then I'd say it was reasonably complex.

  • @dave7421
    @dave7421 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    one of very few interviews on youtube that i found interesting in terms of information, knowledge and captivating... thanks to all involved

  • @fabryz
    @fabryz ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I've loved submarines since I was a child, and my dream was to always have a RC one, but they didn't exist. I'm very surprised and happy to discover that they exist now, and they are even capable of great actions, they're complex inside! Omg, wonderful. I'm so happy to have discovered this video

  • @michiganengineer8621
    @michiganengineer8621 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    That is one of the best trimmed subs I've seen. Beautiful job!

  • @JimmyDaboul
    @JimmyDaboul 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    That's the best sub piloting I've seen along with the internal setup. Nice find👍

  • @timmytime4065
    @timmytime4065 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Great model and a really nice guy taking time to explain how it all works. really enjoyed it.
    Thanks to you both

  • @EdwardsCharles1
    @EdwardsCharles1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I do want to add how impressive of a machine this is!

  • @glennewdick
    @glennewdick 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I sailed the real one (HMCS Victoria class now) that's such a nice sub you have there sir.

  • @jjb1974
    @jjb1974 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    When I was a kid growing up on the lake, I had always wanted to build a Rc sub with a camera on it so I could look at the fish. There was something fascinating to me about being able to see under the water in which I spent my whole day on fishing. Unfortunately, at that time I don't think there was enough technology do make one unless it had wires attached and I certainly didn't have access to the materials to make one. When I see this, it amazes me. Takes me back to my childhood dream. Someday, I just may still build one now that I have the funds and access to what I need. Very nice sub there! Thank you for the video.

  • @mase7557
    @mase7557 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for a very informative video. The sub’s owner did a good job of explaining how his model works.

  • @spoolinpos
    @spoolinpos 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Fascinating, thank you, I didn't know I liked RC subs til now.

  • @hansvonmannschaft9062
    @hansvonmannschaft9062 4 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    Wow. Amazing video, the camera, the interview, the model, everything. Thank you so much! So funny how this "walk through the basics" ended up being, you could say, a full-fledged submarine engineering class haha :-) Thanks once again, and kudos to Mr. Matt for his amazing job putting that beast together!

  • @BlueDually4x4
    @BlueDually4x4 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Really well explained, and it is a work of art more than a toy. I imagine it is a little easier to run in a pool though less scale.

  • @Snoekvisser1972
    @Snoekvisser1972 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I've learned something today, thank you very much! Stellar images and good info. Cheers from Holland.

  • @bobkurbel4306
    @bobkurbel4306 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Excellent video and very informative, Dom. Run silent, run deep !

  • @darkseiddoom
    @darkseiddoom 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Gorgeous Sub and great interview/explanation!

  • @dayarao1555
    @dayarao1555 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    One of my favorite hobby too...good information

  • @StonyRC
    @StonyRC 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    VERY well conducted interview. That is a fantastic model.

  • @kryten4k
    @kryten4k 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Best and most organized sub model I have seen! Well done!!

  • @boedillard8807
    @boedillard8807 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That gentleman did an excellent job of explaining it.

  • @dankmeams1867
    @dankmeams1867 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thanks i have been thinking about making my own rc sub for a while and this is very helpful

  • @Tom48
    @Tom48 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a beautiful submarine. Great job!

  • @swampjajc
    @swampjajc 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thats one amazing piece of kit

  • @mrtechlogiantgaming
    @mrtechlogiantgaming 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    The work is so sick! I don’t even think I can make such thing. I’ve always wanted a rc sumpbmarine ever since I planned on making one

  • @EssentialRC
    @EssentialRC  4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

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  • @laa0fa502
    @laa0fa502 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This random question came into my head thinking about my little cheap rc sub I had as a kid. Wish I still had that thing more than anything to tear it apart see how it actually worked. Had a realization that RC subs still had to function like normal subs. Amazing amount of R.C technology

  • @sunzero1
    @sunzero1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent video mate. Matt built a properly beautiful submarine. Thank you for putting this video out.

  • @GoldenHat333
    @GoldenHat333 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    really well explanation of the rc sub
    looks cool, swims well good job

  • @mhannan6328
    @mhannan6328 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you! I learned a lot...

  • @jezza8558
    @jezza8558 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great vid! Like many others I've always wondered how they work!

  • @MarketPredator78
    @MarketPredator78 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Masterpiece!

  • @monkey555500
    @monkey555500 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    super quality that sub looks great

  • @WheelsRC
    @WheelsRC 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video. Thanks for making it.

  • @WatchMan1962
    @WatchMan1962 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Damn nice and superbly engineered.

  • @stef2198
    @stef2198 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a cracking bit of kit you have presented there mate.

  • @pauliether.c.guy.3349
    @pauliether.c.guy.3349 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely amazing. This guy not only demonstrates how a real submarine works between the leveling planes working in tandem with how the ballast
    Tanks flood in order in submerge it but he was also able to seal everything in an airtight enclosure. This submarine is no kids toy this is an advanced piece of technology that took a tremendous amount of knowledge. Hats off to you.
    I am wondering how much money something like that goes for.

    • @SuperAntec
      @SuperAntec 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the kind words. The water tight cylinder is actually made by OTW who produces the model kit so i can't take credit for that, take a look at OTW designs website for pricing. Thanks

  • @hikeaphoto746
    @hikeaphoto746 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I need to do one of these with videos under water. Very nice! Thank you!

  • @Vulcancruiser
    @Vulcancruiser 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    gorgeous model...........very impressive and beautiful workmanship......I fly the airplanes and it looks like they are simpler......

  • @andrewap77
    @andrewap77 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    As a RET. US Navy Submariner I truly enjoyed this to the point I started having flashbacks, LOL!! But very nice Boat.

    • @toki89666
      @toki89666 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I am very strongly considering joining the U.S. Navy here soon. I had a fascination with subs as a child and now recently I'm wanting to go do it for real before its too late. (30 now).
      Any advice you could give? From what I've learned attack subs look to be alot more interesting of a job than missle subs.

    • @andrewap77
      @andrewap77 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@toki89666 Go for it, just be ready to accept a life change.

  • @tonymunn
    @tonymunn 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent explanation of the subs operation. Underwater footage would have been awesome.

  • @Howoldareweanywayyipes
    @Howoldareweanywayyipes ปีที่แล้ว

    This is so cool... thank you sir... just what i wanted to see today.

  • @mdsonamiya5072
    @mdsonamiya5072 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very good video for rc submarines

  • @sandysmithvideos228
    @sandysmithvideos228 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, even better modeling and craftsmanship.

  • @Calvertfilm
    @Calvertfilm 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for sharing. I learnt a lot there.

  • @Howoldareweanywayyipes
    @Howoldareweanywayyipes ปีที่แล้ว

    You must be the Captain of this boat... dive, dive, dive. great job yaAll

  • @skagerstrom
    @skagerstrom 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love the gold/brass color of the metal hardware inside :P Looks so nice against the dark grey :P

    • @roadsweeper1
      @roadsweeper1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Not just a colour, it will be brass, rather than brass painted steel. Brass doesnt rust....

  • @KrustyKlown
    @KrustyKlown 4 ปีที่แล้ว +304

    needs an FPV periscope camera

    • @Voxmagna
      @Voxmagna 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      If you can get the radio to penetrate water sure why not

    • @someguy4915
      @someguy4915 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@Voxmagna Already has to control the RC submarine, we're not talking meters of depth here....

    • @MrUnder30seconds
      @MrUnder30seconds 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      ive done fpv on lakes, the video goes bad easily, the water reflects rf too easily. so expect 20meters b4 vid sux.

    • @KrustyKlown
      @KrustyKlown 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MrUnder30seconds darn!! .. that would be so cool if it worked well.

    • @MrUnder30seconds
      @MrUnder30seconds 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@KrustyKlown fpv on water does work, maybe a different frequency works better,
      I managed to actually go 170meters, the vid was very intermittent because the ripples on the water.

  • @shahinsaboori6933
    @shahinsaboori6933 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done ,thanks to share it

  • @arbjful
    @arbjful 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing...that explanation was really very clear

  • @PharaohDeathMask
    @PharaohDeathMask 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very interesting video with great camera work. Thanks for making and uploading it.

    • @EssentialRC
      @EssentialRC  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @Paxmax
    @Paxmax 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very cool bit of RC machinery!

    • @Paxmax
      @Paxmax 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Just add a CO2 torpedo!

  • @allgood6760
    @allgood6760 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome and thanks for the explanation 👍🇳🇿

  • @NisarAhmed-il2qs
    @NisarAhmed-il2qs 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are doing a great job i liked your work

  • @saladinhamza2271
    @saladinhamza2271 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    beautiful project

  • @dickyfawaizul9587
    @dickyfawaizul9587 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Pray For Submarine 402 Indonesia 🙇

  • @andrewmagro7703
    @andrewmagro7703 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    this was a great video Dom Very Informative and great to know exactly how the r/c submarine basically works, and very interesting i must say , btw that sub looks very scale as if miniature to the full size version , maybe one day i may just get one of these marvels of the sea, always fascinated me they have and having a r/c sub would be a treat i'd think thanks for another great video here Dom , Just Love Essential R/C - just awesome.

    • @EssentialRC
      @EssentialRC  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I am going to try to do more videos like this IF I can find friendly cooperative experts on my travels. Not always the case but I'll try. Cheers Dom (Essential RC)

  • @davidanalyst671
    @davidanalyst671 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I loved the video. the only thing that was missing was a periscope turning around while it was underwater!!!

  • @matk4731
    @matk4731 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank for the insight 👍🏻👍🏻🙃🙃

  • @parkflyerindonesia8073
    @parkflyerindonesia8073 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Fantastic lad 👍 place a camera on it and you could imagine you're making an episode of "Voyage to the bottom of the sea" 😎👍

  • @RCHeliJet
    @RCHeliJet 4 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    Very interesting, thanks Dom and have a nice Weekend, from Switzerland greetings

  • @GL0BETREKKER
    @GL0BETREKKER 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video! Always wondered about these! On a side note, there are some really noticeable artefacts from the video compression when the sub is in the water. Thank you for the video though!

  • @harpothehealer
    @harpothehealer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really interesting enjoyed video thamks

  • @DKoppJr
    @DKoppJr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    A very cool video!

  • @yunisusysusanti9175
    @yunisusysusanti9175 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    wow you are very creative i really like this it's good

  • @jimbronson687
    @jimbronson687 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is very cool. Was not aware of RC subs. Could use underwater digital acoustic modems if wanted to mount a camera and have control deep down. And desquise as a Shark sometimes for a fun time. very best RC sub I ever saw.

    • @CJOlin
      @CJOlin 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Your comment was great, until the shark comment. You must be one of those people that enjoys scaring people for your own gratification. That's called being narcissistic. I'd bet you wouldn't think it's funny to have one of your own family members in the water and have a (potential) shark come close to them and frighten them. Then again, you probably would. Anyone else would be pissed to find out it's someone like you with a radio controlled shark, who just scared their family, as a joke. Especially, if they were older and had health issues where it could be dangerous to them.

    • @jimbronson687
      @jimbronson687 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      For Movies Not to frighten folks. Well Jaws scared hech out of me but looed fake up close

    • @jimbronson687
      @jimbronson687 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@CJOlin However you seem to be someone looking to be pissed off or angered or offended. You seem like a keyboard warrior.

  • @techfriends9620
    @techfriends9620 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was beautiful. The main problem is that RF does not work underwater. And hence, we didn't see it going completely inside. At least the receiver end should stay above water.

    • @SuperAntec
      @SuperAntec 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lower frequency radio does work underwater, the sub use 40mhz FM frequency and the sub does fully submerge.

  • @mark6302
    @mark6302 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    that's freaking awesome :0

  • @miketeeveedub5779
    @miketeeveedub5779 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I saw (and took pics) of the HMCS Chicoutimi in Halifax dry dock back in 2005, due to that unfortunate "leaving the hatch open" during sea-faring operations. Nice to see this model is a bit more watertight then the real one. Fantastic engineering on the model Matt C - you should be proud!

    • @onyourkilllist6880
      @onyourkilllist6880 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mike TeeVee That’s not what happened. Submariners don’t just “leave hatches open”. That’s the most ridiculous thing I’ve ever heard. Not sure who told you that story, but they’re an idiot. The boat was submerged and at PD when the fire happened. No hatch was left open.

  • @2259alfie
    @2259alfie 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing great job

  • @TheTonester2312
    @TheTonester2312 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Pretty neat!!!

  • @SpadaFer
    @SpadaFer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is ridiculously good ......AMAZING

  • @yhird
    @yhird 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Two thumbs up! That is so cool.

  • @didimo33
    @didimo33 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow excellent

  • @user-fx4vl3dj4j
    @user-fx4vl3dj4j 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    언제나 재미 있게 보고 있어요 영어를 잘못해서 한글로 댓글 적네요

  • @metaleritogreenn
    @metaleritogreenn 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    it's beautiful

  • @mayamax3d
    @mayamax3d 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    It’s amazing

  • @JamesManimal
    @JamesManimal 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    That’s effin dope bruh

  • @tonylee7714
    @tonylee7714 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    nice job

  • @tomjones1967
    @tomjones1967 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cool, thanks!

  • @syedazmatazeem4717
    @syedazmatazeem4717 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent work

  • @TheScottsawesomeart
    @TheScottsawesomeart 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    awesome !

  • @billyfletcher6022
    @billyfletcher6022 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    very cool. building rc sub is like creating an inside out ship in a bottle.

  • @67Bullshark
    @67Bullshark 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    VERY INTERESTING!!!

  • @ssk878jds
    @ssk878jds 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Now thats really cool.... I served on all 4 Victoria class boats... DBF

  • @Heat3YT2
    @Heat3YT2 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really nice!

  • @praphakaran2012
    @praphakaran2012 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    good explain

  • @99v8cobra
    @99v8cobra 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very cool

  • @petervietmeier8066
    @petervietmeier8066 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I am worked in a German Submarin for 4 Jears. My Job was Torpedo Officer. We drived in the East- and Northsee.

    • @gazzarafalemozzy4766
      @gazzarafalemozzy4766 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      GFU!

    • @krispybacon9285
      @krispybacon9285 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Salut Peter ! respect to you from the USA!

    • @petervietmeier8066
      @petervietmeier8066 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@krispybacon9285 I live in Austria-Tirol. I drive Livesteamloks with 7 1/4 Zoll. See the Homepage: www:minidampftirol.at.
      Bye Bye Peter

    • @krispybacon9285
      @krispybacon9285 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@petervietmeier8066 those trains are AMAZING! we had one near my town for decades, but sadly the man passed away. we are hoping his family gets it going again!

    • @petervietmeier8066
      @petervietmeier8066 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@krispybacon9285 Have you Skype? I have it. The contact is same as my email-adress.

  • @ernestoterrazas3480
    @ernestoterrazas3480 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very interesting thank you for give us so much information. You forgot to ask how the torque is compensated and how the vertical position is achieved.

    • @SuperAntec
      @SuperAntec 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi, The keel of the submarine is full of lead shot pellets which counteracts the torque from the propeller, thanks.

  • @markmileymouth5651
    @markmileymouth5651 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    awesome

  • @landlifem5872
    @landlifem5872 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Very well presented video

    • @EssentialRC
      @EssentialRC  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Appreciate the feedback. Cheers Dom (Essential RC)

  • @2strokeorbust219
    @2strokeorbust219 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a gr8 video the man was a very nice chap too

  • @anghelgherghina262
    @anghelgherghina262 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice!

  • @VietStandard.Since.2012
    @VietStandard.Since.2012 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    it is very impressive for me.

  • @frayangel8854
    @frayangel8854 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing your subsmarime
    Nice video cool

  • @laalithastudio4470
    @laalithastudio4470 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good job

  • @muhammadarif4715
    @muhammadarif4715 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really interesting

  • @BrianPhillipsRC
    @BrianPhillipsRC 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Thanks for showing this! You always have such awesome footage, but I bet you're super jealous of all these amazing toys!!!

    • @KumaBean
      @KumaBean 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nah, I bet he keeps all the good stuff to himself 🤓

  • @ManKetnas
    @ManKetnas 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    nice, thats really hightech