MANDAKINI RAIDEN
An autonomous surface vehicle designed to respond quickly and operate reliably in challenging maritime conditions.
About Mandakini Raiden
Mandakini Raiden is named after Raiden, the god of thunder, symbolizing speed, strength, and rapid response. Developed for the Storm Response theme of Roboboat 2026, this autonomous surface vehicle is designed to operate reliably in challenging maritime conditions where timely and accurate decision-making is critical.
Built with optimized hull design, advanced manufacturing processes, enhanced perception and navigation systems, and high-precision RTK–GPS integration, Mandakini Raiden represents our latest development in autonomous maritime technology.
System Breakdown
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Technical Specifications
Dimensions
119 cm x 78 cm x 103 cm
Weight
23 kg / 50.7 lbs
Max Speed
4.4 knots
Thrust Power
6.55 kgf
Hull Material
PETG filament and fiber glass composite
Power System
3x Li-Po Batteries (Main, Jetson, Thruster)
Onboard Computer
NVIDIA Jetson Nano
Sensors
Webcam, 2D LiDar, GPS, IMU
Major Improvements from 2025
From lessons learned to performance gained, explore our 2026 advancements.
Development Cycle
5 Months
Behind the Innovation
Each component of Mandakini Raiden is shaped through rigorous research, hands-on experiments, and iterative development. This section documents the processes, testing, and engineering decisions behind the systems implemented in our autonomous surface vehicle.
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Research & Innovation Planning
Conducting technology research, evaluating previous performance, and defining innovations for the upcoming competition.
Design & System Architecture
Designing the hull, analyzing stability, and developing the modular frame and overall system architecture.
Manufacturing, Assembly, Component & Vision Testing
Executing hull and frame manufacturing followed by electrical assembly and integration of major components.
Off-water & On-water Testing
Performing off-water and on-water tests, configuring software and sensor-actuator systems, conducting TDR, and developing team website content.
Final Validation & Full Mission Testing
Conducting full mission trials and final water testing before competition.
Our Fleet History
The legacy of innovation from previous years.
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