SeRoPi 2 is the newer, improved version of KITECH's SeRoPi. The navigation system has been improved with stero vision and a laser range finder. This robot, which resembles Johnny 5, can perform some simple household chores. KITECH hopes one day it can…
One of Germany’s largest and most prestigious research and education institutions, KIT is home to the Robotics Research Group. The group focuses on autonomous robots and industrial automation. They have developed several robots through the CoMiRo-Collective,…
KITECH's humanoid robot Seropi was developed for businesses to use as a helper. This wheel-based robot has a human-friendly appearance and 21 DOF. It can guide visitors, perform errands and pick things up and return them to where they belong.
Adelante is a healthcare company that aims to provide the best possible care for the rehabilitation of patients. They are involved in innovative projects like WikiTherapist.
The AUVSI Foundation focuses on the future of the robotics industry by developing programs that will attract and equip students for a career in this rapidly growing field. It hosts robotics competitions that challenge students to apply their skills in…
Utah State University’s CSOIS works on the design and development of robotics. The Center has been developing robotic vehicles for TACOM. Another large project, automating two different tractors capable of spraying an orchard autonomously, was done for…
The Dr. Leo Kanner house is a foundation and a highly specialized facility registered as a public benefit organization. It aims at developing, offering and transferring the best treatment for ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) patients.
KinderLab Robotics is a robotics start-up company aiming at helping young children in the age of four to seven to become ready for a world in which technology is widely spread throughout society. They teach them technical, problem solving and cognitive…
The Kitagawa-Tsukagoshi Lab at the Tokyo Institute of Technology focuses on the development of robots that can be utilized in dangerous environments for search and rescue missions. One of their current projects is a robot that can use a sensor that is…
Home to various labs, research centers and facilities, the Kitakyushu National College of Technology in Japan aims at educating students on a wide range of science and technology which includes Robotics.
Let’s Make Robots (LMR) is a robot building community where robot makers of all skill levels chat about robots, give and receive advice on how to solve problems they encounter while building robots, and share their creations with other like-minded robot…
Microbric is a South Australian robotics company with the goal of sharing electronics, programming, and robotics with as many people as possible, especially children. They develop easy-to-program robots that are perfect for the classroom. No soldering…
The Robotics Institute Manipulation Lab at CMU is a prominent academic robotics research lab. Focusing on the autonomous robotic manipulation problem, the Lab works on everything from robotic hands to the dynamics of robotic legged movement. Among their…
The versatile Bioloid Premium robot is an educational robot. It comes in a robot kit with parts and instructions. A biped humanoid robot, it can walk and has a remote control.
The Butler Robot is a Chinese prototype from 2010. Designed as a kitchen/household helper, it remembers appliance locations and carries small items with claw-like hands.
Care-O-bot 3 is the latest in the line of mobile service robots, developed by Fraunhofer IPA, which are designed to bring robotic assistance into the home or business space.
Cosero is a multifunctional service robot able to understand complex spoken commands, recognize individuals, remember locations and fetch items, and even cook an omelet.
Cycloid II is a kit robot from Robotis. Part of a humanoid series, it uses Dynamixel actuators and a CM2 control module. It's equipped with Bluetooth and a USB receiver.
D2V-ZN was created by D2E Robotics. It is a programmable walking robot with face detection and voice recognition. Its color camera is used for visual and image capturing.
The two-wheeled robot E-NUVO Superwheel is a vehicle robot kit. This sturdy autonomous robot can make turns while staying in place, staying upright thanks to it sensors.
G-Robot is a humanoid robot manufactured by Futaba. It has a servo protection system -it turns itself off if it gets too hot. It is programmable through RS232 and has 20 DOF.
Crafthouse in collaboration with ROBOSQUARE developed a humanoid robot called Geisha robot. It is dressed as a traditional Japanese Geisha and can dance to any music on stage.
Gogic Five is a hobby robot with a racer extension kit. This tiny humanoid can transform into a sporty racecar. Five servomotors allow it to walk, punch, kick and stand.
HERO-1 has been around since the early 80’s. It is an excellent teaching tool and robot lab. This educational robot can detect light, sound and movement and maneuvers easily.
South Korean robot developer Robobuilder has built a humanoid robot called HUNO using motion programming. It can walk on two legs, jog, dance, kick and contains downloadable motion files.
I-Cybie the toy robot dog has plenty of advanced features to enhance play. Touch sensors enable an automatic response to a pat or scratch. Advanced sound sensors allow I-Cybie to respond to voice and clap commands. It also has a listening mode and five…
The KHR-2, like its predecessor the KHR-1, is an action bipedal robot. It can perform powerful kicks and kung-fu, and responds immediately to commands. High-performance servos and real time master/slave control gives it expanded programmability and improved…
Yuta Sugiura developed Kitro which is primarily made up of wood. It is light-weight and eco-friendly. It can demonstrate a full range of movements like walking, lifting and bowing down.
FurReal and Hasbro developed a feline robot pet called the Kitty Cat. This robot has many features that imitate the behavior of a real cat. She can hiss and move her head and ears. Her eyes open and close to express emotions. Kitty Cat has fur that looks…
Tmsuk and Waseda University created a humanoid named Kobian which can move its lips, eyes and neck while responding to stimuli and can express different facial expressions.
The KT-X is an entertainment robot designed by KumoTek and Vstone in 2010. The KT-X offers hours of entertainment through walking, running, flipping and somersaulting.
Mahru is a cute robot made by the Korea Institute of Science and Technology. This bipedal can mimic a user’s actions in real-time. Mahru also has the ability to adapt in a changed space, such as where objects have been moved. This versatile robot can…
Trossen Robotics developed a humanoid robot called MechRC which comes in a pre-assembled kit. It has pre-installed motions and sounds, and the audio system on its chest lets you listen to music.
Robot Force developed a low cost fighting robot called NeeBo. It has two degrees of freedom, takes small steps while walking and can be remotely controlled using Kondo KHR-1 controller.
RCmart International Inc. developed a humanoid robot called NX-25Q. It is a Do-It-Yourself robot for beginners and robot players, and comes as a kit which can be assembled.
Post Guide Robot 01 by Robotech/Kitech helps post office customers with everything from forms to addresses. It also measures health information and provides entertainment.
Readybot Robot Challenge developed a maid robot called Readybot. It can clean kitchen, dump waste and load dishwashers. It does most of our household jobs at a faster rate.
The Institute for Systems and Robotics developed a robot which they deployed at their office reception. Called Receptionist Robot, it guides approaching visitors to their destinations.
Robopec's Reeti is a fully customizable robot capable of many functions. It can connect to the Internet so you can access social media and email. This PC-bot can help teachers who need better ways to teach students. It has a user-friendly interface and…
Robotsfx created the bipedal robot Remo as a robot kit. It is designed to be an easy-to-assemble humanoid robot. Remo is also easy to program and can control its own center of gravity. It has 2 cameras and pressure-sensitive foot sensors for easy walking.
The RIC-30, the newest version of RIC, has the Kinect sensor in it. Like its predecessor, it can be programmed to fit a client's marketing needs. RIC-30 is also compatible with the Kinect and V-Sido software and has expandable Futaba RS304MD servos.
The Japanese company Volks Inc. developed a crossbreed called Robofie. This humanoid robot can climb stairs, run, spin, throw, grab, kick and fart, along with showing dance steps.
China’s Cantata International Ltd. developed a humanoid called Robone. It has two modes for easy and sophisticated operations. It contains grippers in its arms and can work very fast.
Robonova 1 is a 1-foot humanoid robot. Usually sold as a kit that can be assembled in 6-8 hours, it can walk, run, flip, dance, and do cartwheels and one-handed pushups.
Giorgi Publisher and IXS Research Corporation developed a small humanoid called Robonox. This bipedal robot autonomously stands up after falling, and can do somersaults and push-ups.
Newgy Industries developed a table tennis playing robot called Robopong. Used by professionals and disabled people, it can shoot balls at different speed, power and frequency.
Robovie-M is a humanoid robot created by Team Osaka. It can play soccer and has programmable moves. Robovie-M is a build-it-yourself robot with an optional remote control.
Robovie-MS is a programmable robot you build yourself. It’s a great way to teach students and robot lovers about how to assemble, program, and modify robots themselves.
Household chores are easy with the help of Rollin’ Justin. This robot is the perfect helper with manipulation tasks, from catching objects to making a cup of coffee.
The RQ-Huno robot is tiny, but very adaptable. It can store 21 motions and 10 independent behaviors. It has an Infrared remote control and can sense its environment.
Japan's Robot Force customized Sambi from an KHR-3HV hobby kit. This customized humanoid is dressed in a yellow costume and has vibrant cherry blossom-colored hair, making it a cute robot friend. It is reminiscent of an anime character in appearance and…
SIG is a humanoid created to help developers study the link between integrated perceptual data and the control of degrees of freedom. Auditory and visual processing abilities are under the TCP/IP network. SIG's tracking system is in real time and uses…
David Buckley developed an educational biped robot called TecFoot. It is powered by five servomotors, and can walk on two legs by shifting its weight from one leg to the other.
