Autonomous Hull Cleaning

Revolutionary AUV technology that keeps your boat's hull clean automatically, reducing fuel costs and eliminating the need for expensive diver services.

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The Hull Fouling Problem

Current Challenges

  • Hull biofouling increases fuel consumption by up to 40%
  • Professional diver cleaning costs $500-2000+ per service
  • Manual ROV cleaners are expensive, require operator training and time
  • Boat haul-out and cleaning is expensive and time-consuming
  • Biofouling on boat hulls spreads invasive species between delicate ecosystems

Our Solution

  • Fully autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) hull cleaner
  • Drop-and-forget operation - no pilot required
  • Gentle cleaning preserves delicate anti-fouling coatings
  • Regular automated cleaning prevents damaging secondary colonizers
  • Cost-effective alternative to diver services

Why Choose Dakine Robotics?

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Fully Autonomous

Our AUV operates independently using advanced AI navigation. Simply deploy and retrieve - no manual piloting required.

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Cost Effective

Automated cleaning provides lower maintenance cost than costly human divers.

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Coating Safe

Gentle cleaning technology preserves expensive anti-fouling coatings while removing marine growth effectively.

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Smart Monitoring

Integrated sensors provide hull condition reports and cleaning verification after each operation.

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Marina Friendly

Designed specifically for sailboats and personal watercraft in marina environments.

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Eco-Friendly

Reduces fuel consumption and prevents spread of invasive species through regular maintenance.

About Dakine Robotics

Founded on Deep Technical Expertise

Dakine Robotics was founded to solve the persistent challenge of hull maintenance for boat owners. We combine cutting-edge autonomous robotics with practical marine engineering to deliver solutions that actually work in real-world conditions.

Our focus is singular: create autonomous systems that clean hulls effectively enough to eliminate the need for professional diver services.

Technical Leadership

  • 10+ years of semiconductor robotics experience
  • 13+ years of experience in high volume design and manufacturability
  • 20+ years of experience in prototyping mechatronics systems
  • Graduate degrees in Robotics, Mechatronics Systems, and Electrical Engineering
  • Deep understanding of marine environments
  • Focus on practical problem solving and deployable solutions

Our Team

Get In Touch

Interested in learning more about our autonomous hull cleaning solutions? We'd love to hear from you.

Email us:

Info@DakineRobotics.com