01 AUTONOMOUS

EXPLORING THE
DEEP OCEAN

Underwater AUV
0 m

Max Depth

Trusted by Partners

20+

We build the future of marine autonomy: developing cutting-edge surface boats, tethered ROVs, and fully independent AUVs that leverage AI and real-time sensor fusion to execute intricate underwater missions.

RoboSub
SAUVC
LAPRAS 2.0
ARKAJA 2.0
DTU AUV

THE PRECISION STRIKE
SUBSEA INTERVENTION
THE IRON TETHER

Autonomy Robotics AI
  • An AUV is an untethered, fully intelligent robotic submarine engineered to operate independently in dynamic marine environments. Acting as its own captain, it relies on an onboard computational stack and an integrated sensor suite to map its surroundings, adapt to changing underwater conditions, and execute precise mission objectives—such as pipeline tracking or target localization—without a single line of communication to the surface.
  • An ROV is a highly maneuverable, tethered robotic submarine designed for deep-subsea intervention where human presence is impossible but human oversight is critical. Connected to pilots on the surface via an umbilical cable that streams high-bandwidth video and telemetry, it combines real-time human intuition with stabilized thruster control and robotic manipulators to perform delicate, complex tasks like underwater inspection, maintenance, and heavy tool operation.
  • An ASV is an intelligent surface craft optimized for long-endurance marine deployment and boundary-layer exploration. Operating at the intersection of air and water, it utilizes GPS, radar, and real-time environmental sensors to plot optimal paths, avoid obstacles, and survive rough sea states, serving as a vital communication relay, data aggregator, or aerial drone launchpad for underwater operations.

OUR WORK

Software Department

The cognitive core of our vehicles. We build integrated frameworks for Perception (computer vision object tracking), Autonomy (real-time path planning), and Control Systems that allow our bots to navigate the depths completely on their own.

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Embedded Department

The vital bridge between data and action. We design custom PCBs and hardware interfaces utilizing IMUs and pressure sensors for precise depth tracking, backed by smart power circuits for safe battery regulation.

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Mechanical Department

Built to defy immense underwater pressures. We design hydrodynamic hull structures, optimized multi-axis thruster layouts, and custom manipulation tools to turn complex CAD concepts into rugged, ocean-ready robots.

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Corporate Department

Driving the team's external partnerships and growth. We manage industry collaborations, sponsorships, outreach, and strategic relationships that connect DTU AUV with organizations shaping the future of marine technology.

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R&D Department

Exploring the technologies that push autonomous marine systems forward. We research, prototype, and validate new approaches in robotics, sensing, navigation, and intelligent underwater systems for the next generation of our vehicles.

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LIMITLESS POSSIBILITIES
WITH DTU AUV

LAPRAS 2.0

LAPRAS 2.0 — Next-Gen Underwater Explorer

LAPRAS 2.0 is DTU AUV's second-generation autonomous underwater vehicle built for the SAUVC competition. Featuring a streamlined hull, enhanced thruster configuration, and an upgraded vision pipeline, it pushes the boundaries of underwater autonomy.

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VOICES FROM
THE DEEP

Hear from team members and mentors who have witnessed the evolution of our autonomous underwater vehicles. Discover how our multidisciplinary approach to robotics and engineering is shaping the future of marine exploration.

"Working on LAPRAS 2.0 taught me more about embedded systems than any classroom ever could."

Marvin Rao, Team Captain

Marvin Rao

"The AI navigation system we built for ARKAJA 2.0 achieves real-time obstacle avoidance at depth."

OD MADHAV PRAKASH, Team Vice Captain

ODMP

"You win some, and you lose some, but you always learn a lot."

VIGHNESH R PAI, Team Manager

VRPi
Deep Ocean

DIVE INTO THE
DEEP

DTU AUV welcomes you to the forefront of subsea innovation. Witness how advanced software, custom embedded intelligence, and rugged mechanical design converge to conquer extreme underwater challenges and redefine marine robotics.