The ASV Zimorodek has stepped into the spotlight! Presentation of the SimLE vehicle | Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Ship Technology at the Gdańsk University of Technology

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Date added: 2025-03-04

The ASV Zimorodek has stepped into the spotlight! Presentation of the SimLE vehicle

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Students from the SimLE Student Club have unveiled their latest autonomous surface vehicle – the ASV Zimorodek. This cutting-edge project features advanced 3D-printed construction, enhanced sensors, and upgraded onboard computers.

The premiere presentation of "Zimorodek" took place on Monday at "Kwadratowa."

The event was attended by Professor Barbara Wikieł, Vice-Rector for Student Affairs; Professor Mariusz Deja, Dean of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Ship Technology; as well as other faculty members and students.

"This is a boat that independently determines its course and tasks. The overall system architecture remains unchanged from the previous model; however, we have improved the hull structure using 3D printing technology and installed a new camera," said Igor Rusiecki, coordinator of the SeaSentinel programme, under which ASV Zimorodek was developed.

ASV Zimorodek has been equipped with new sensors, upgraded computers, an enhanced power system, and more advanced algorithms. It is a modular platform that can be integrated with devices designed for various missions, such as monitoring water quality.

RoboBoat 2025 – Kicking Off in Early March

The vehicle was developed for the RoboBoat 2025 competition in Sarasota, USA – the world championship for small autonomous surface vessels. This year, as many as 30 teams from around the world will compete. The event takes place from 3–9 March. We wish them the best of luck!

Acknowledgements

The students from SimLE express their gratitude for the support and commitment to the project:

  • Faculties of Mechanical Engineering and Ship Technology, Electrical and Control Engineering, and Electronics, Telecommunications, and Informatics;

  • The Student Government of Gdańsk University of Technology;

  • KNW Gradient for their collaboration in developing the vehicle's control algorithms;

  • Supervisors of KSTO Korab, Dr. Cezary Żrodowski and Kazimierz Domalewski, for their assistance in designing and manufacturing the hull;

  • KNW Proces from the Academy of Fine Arts in Gdańsk for designing the Mission Patch and ensuring that Zimorodek is not only functional but also visually appealing;

  • Industry partners and sponsors: AQ Wiring STG, Central Point, Sportis S.A., Kainos Polska, Solectroshop, 3Dconnexion, Cinestan, Pomorska Strefa Edukacyjna, Gdańsk Science and Technology Park, and Outerworld Engineering.

In addition to "Zimorodek," the students have previously developed two similar autonomous surface vehicles: ASV Perkoz and ASV Rybitwa.

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