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AUTONOMOUS VESSELS

SIMULATED SEAS

Run entirely within a Gazebo/ROS-based simulation environment, VORC allows competitors to dive into real problems of autonomous control, and prototype and test innovation solutions.

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virtual ocean robotics challenge

GOALS

Engage university-level teams from around the world with real problems in autonomy and maritime robotics.

Stimulate learning and broaden exposure to robotic technologies.

Introduce the challenges of autonomy faster with simulation.

Provide a venue and incentive for students of robotics to prototype and test innovative solutions.

Preliminary Release of the Complete Competition Environment

Preliminary Release of the Complete Competition Environment

The first full version of the VORC competition is up and running! In addition…

oceanroboticschallenge 16/10/2020
Marina Ready

Marina Ready

The competition marina is now ready for use. Based on the marina of La…

oceanroboticschallenge 09/10/2020
Introducing the new CoRa model

Introducing the new CoRa model

Our new surface vessel model, the “Common Raft” (CoRa), is now available, complete with…

oceanroboticschallenge 09/10/2020

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