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Festo develops bionic learning robots inspired by nature, including AquaPenguins for autonomous underwater maneuvering in tight spaces, AirPenguins for collective autonomous flight in defined airspaces, and SmartBird ornithopter for enhanced aerodynamics and maneuverability. Additional models like AquaRay and AquaJelly apply similar biomimetic principles. Primarily research and development focused, showcased globally by the German automation company.
Active products
4
Top-rated product
Aqua Penguin
58.7
/100
Company facts
- HQ
- Esslingen, Germany
- Founded
- 1925 · 101 yrs
- Website
- www.festo.com
Milestones
Launched AquaPenguin and AirPenguin as part of Bionic Learning Network.
Press coverage
- Festo shows off robot penguins and other visions of the future
Engadget · Apr 2009
- Festo AirPenguins Autonomous Systems with Collective Behavior
Jameco Electronics
- Festo Built An Artificial Bird (video)
Singularity Hub
- A robot that flies like a bird
METALOCUS
- Festo's SmartBird and BionicSwift – A Decade of Progress in Deciphering How Birds Fly
Lynceans.org
Active products by Festo
4 shown| # | Category | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aqua Penguin | Research | — | 2008 | 58.7 |
| 2 | SmartBird | Research | — | 2011 | 48.8 |
| 3 | Aqua Ray | Research | — | 2008 | 48.8 |
| 4 | Aqua Jelly | Research | — | 2008 | 38.8 |