Kayseri high school students' unmanned underwater vehicle wins first place at TEKNOFEST
Students from Osman Ulubaş Kayseri Science High School achieved a major success at the festival held in Şanlıurfa.
The unmanned underwater vehicle developed by Osman Ulubaş Kayseri Science High School students won the championship in the underwater category at TEKNOFEST 2026, which is ongoing at Şanlıurfa GAP Airport.
Festival Excitement in Şanlıurfa
The Aviation, Space and Technology Festival TEKNOFEST, organized under the leadership of the Ministry of Industry and Technology and the T3 Foundation, continues at full speed at Şanlıurfa GAP Airport.
Success of Team KFLROV
The KFLROV Team, consisting of nine students from Osman Ulubaş Kayseri Science High School, achieved first place at TEKNOFEST 2026 with the underwater vehicle they developed and shared the pride of the championship with visitors.
Statements from the Advisor Teacher
Hatice Çağlıkeçecigil, the team's advisor teacher, stated that they did not aim to become champions when starting the competition, but rather aimed for the students to learn things throughout the process.
Two-Part Underwater Vehicle
Team member Tuna Çarpanalı explained that the vehicle they developed consists of two parts: Anarov, which provides communication with land, and Minirov, which performs underwater exploration.
Students' Happiness
Team member Mert Arslan expressed that achieving first place is a source of pride, while Ayşe Reyhan Gengeç stated that competing at TEKNOFEST is a wonderful feeling.