Autonomous Search and Retrieval Robot

Group project · MSc Robotics, University of Manchester

A group project to develop an autonomous search and retrieval system on a Leo Rover platform: the robot had to explore its environment, locate target objects, and retrieve them without human intervention.

What we built

  • An autonomous navigation and search pipeline for the Leo Rover, integrating sensing, perception, and control.
  • Object detection and retrieval behaviour to identify targets and bring them back to base.
  • A ROS-based software stack developed collaboratively across the team.

What I took away

  • Practical experience integrating hardware and software on a real robotic platform.
  • Collaborative development practices: splitting a robotics stack across a team and integrating the pieces.

The code is on GitHub.