Research in observation technology
DTU Aqua develops and applies novel systems for the acquisition, storage, processing and interpretation of ocean data to support research, advice, teaching and innovation.
Facilities for observation technology testing, Lyngby
Autonomous Systems Test Arena
DTU Aqua has access to an arena for developing and testing surface and underwater robots. The Autonomous Systems Test Arena (ASTA) offers a world-class infrastructure for testing innovations and developing new knowledge for autonomous systems.
The arena is one of the world's largest indoor infrastructure (40 x 24 x 14 m) for testing mobile robot technology on land, in air, and under water and consists of a pool for underwater technologies, a 3D motion capture and tracking system and a range of robotic systems for ground, aerial and underwater operations.
Autonomous Systems Test Arena is managed by DTU Elektron and located at DTU Lyngby Campus.
Fleet of remotely operated vehicles
DTU Aqua maintains and operates a small fleet of different inspection classes Remote Operated Vehicles (ROVs). These platforms are used in support of teaching and research activities and complement modern acoustic, optical and chemical sensors enabling automation in coastal and open ocean monitoring operations.