The next generation of autonomous mobility

MCAV is the premiere engineering student team developing autonomous vehicle and intelligent transport technologies, from Monash University.

About Us

The Monash Connected Autonomous Vehicle (MCAV) team is a diverse and dynamic group, structured into various specialised sub-teams. Each team contributes to the overall mission of advancing autonomous vehicle technology with its unique focus and expertise. Together, these teams embody the collaborative spirit and innovative drive of MCAV, working in tandem to shape the future of autonomous vehicles.

Vision

To create a more efficient, safe, and sustainable future by revolutionising the transportation industry.

Mission

To research and develop innovative and practical connected autonomous vehicle and smart transport network technologies.

Purpose

To pave the way for autonomous mobility through student-led R&D, industry partnerships, and academic collaboration.

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Explore Our Projects

on-road Technologies

Urban Autonomy

Software and hardware R&D to achieve SAE Level 4 autonomy with MCAV’s StreetDrone Renault Twizy and Nissan e-NV200 vehicles.

  • LiDAR and RGB sensors
  • Urban navigation algorithms
  • Drive-by-wire technology
  • Real-time data processing
  • Autonomous control systems
  • Safety driver monitoring

FUTURE MOBILITY

Intelligent Transport Systems

Development of connectivity and autonomy co-operative driving technologies to maximise wide-scale transport network efficiency.

  • Co-operative driving
  • V2X communication
  • Real-time connectivity
  • Network optimisation
  • Traffic flow management
  • Infrastructure integration

INTERNATIONAL COMPETITIONS

ESDA

Custom-built Electric Self Driving Automobile (ESDA) for the Intelligent Ground Vehicle Competition in Michigan, USA.

  • Autonomous navigation
  • Vehicle design
  • PCB design and HV systems
  • EV engineering
  • Robotics integration
  • Mechanical analysis

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    Welcome New Members

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    First Progress Presentation

    What a successful presentation night on Wednesday! We are delighted to hear some of the great research done by our team members over the…

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