⚠️ ARCHIVE NOTICE ⚠️
This documentation is no longer being maintained!
- The new ArduSub docs are located in the ArduPilot wiki. Updated pages will be redirected.
- The Companion Computer Software is also archived, and has been replaced by BlueOS.
- For Control Station Software, see QGroundControl or Cockpit (our new alternative).
Applications
ArduSub provides the functionality needed for a wide variety of applications from simple observation-class ROVs to sophisticated research-class ROVs. Here's a short list of applications that ArduSub-powered ROVs can be used for:
- Observation and exploration
- Wreck discovery and documenting
- Photography and videography
- Boat and equipment inspection
- Biological sampling and surveying
- Underwater retrieval
- Academic and research projects
- ROV and AUV competitions
ArduSub in Use
These videos show ArduSub in use on the Blue Robotics BlueROV1 and BlueROV2. Keep in mind that ArduSub can be used on many different ROV designs from unique DIY configurations to professional vehicles.
Sponsored by Blue Robotics. Code released under the GPLv3 License. Documentation released under the CC-NC-SA 4.0.
Submit a Documentation GitHub Issue here to report any errors, suggestions, or missing information in this documentation.
Submit an ArduSub GitHub Issue here to report issues with the ArduSub software.