Clemens Deutsch

Clemens Deutsch is a postdoctoral researcher at KTH Royal Institute of Technology's Centre for Naval Architecture (Maritime Robotics Laboratory) specializing in underwater robotics and autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs). His work focuses on long-endurance AUVs, system optimization, and energy management strategies. He is affiliated with the department of Aerospace, Moveability and Naval Architecture and is supported by the Swedish Maritime Robotics Center (SMaRC). His research includes developing the large-demonstrator AUV 'LoLo' and analyzing fuel cell/battery hybrid systems for AUVs.

Education

• PhD in Naval Architecture under Prof. Jakob Kuttenkeuler at KTH Royal Institute of Technology (2022)

Research Interests

• Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) design and optimization
• Energy management systems for marine robotics
• Long-endurance AUV propulsion and power systems
• Applications in glaciology and environmental monitoring using uncrewed vehicles

Publications

Recent work emphasizes energy systems for AUVs, glacial dynamics monitoring, and hybrid power strategies. Key themes include fuel cell integration, battery management, and system optimization for maximizing vehicle endurance.

Grants & Collaborations

• Supported by the Swedish Maritime Robotics Center (SMaRC)

Labs & Teams

• Maritime Robotics Laboratory (KTH)
• Part of the SMaRC consortium