OceanCleanX

We started in December 2023 as a team of high school students passionate about environmental protection, constructing a prototype powered by Nvidia Jetson Nano. The following summer, we advanced to a more robust iteration, which includes remote control and improved boat structure, conducting our first field tests in local water bodies. We focused on moving to ROS2 for better modularity and scalability while working on more robust boat structure. Finally, in 2025, we developed our latest model, integrating advanced computer vision capabilities and an automatic charging station, making it a more autonomous and efficient solution for water body cleaning.

To combine environmental protection with digital entertainment, leveraging real-time interaction (RTE), IoT, and computer vision (CV) to provide an efficient, automated, and low-cost solution for cleaning water bodies.

We introduce "gamification" to engage the public, especially youth, in environmental action through challenges and leaderboards. By turning cleanup into an immersive game, we make environmental protection an interactive, educational, and fun experience for everyone.