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The Care-O-bot 3 is a Research robot developed by Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Engineering and Automation (Germany).

RoboScore

36.0/ 100

Speculative — thin evidence

No confirmed deployment on record — this score reflects the rest of the record, not verified adoption.

3 of 9 signals present

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Weighted factors

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Commercial maturity20%25/100
Deployment footprint20%unknown
Proven track record12%unknown
Spec completeness12%73/100
Company financial health12%unknown
Company maturity8%100/100
Manufacturer portfolio6%unknown
Media mentions (trailing 12 months)6%unknown
Independent recognition4%unknown

Ranked #49 of 69 in the Research standing.

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Where it has stood40 days · best #45 · worst #49
#1 · started #46#69

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One reading per day since 3 Aug, when the current ordering began. The rank above is the reading for 12 Sept, taken against 69 robots — the standing itself is live, so a robot added since then counts there and not here yet.

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Overview

Der Care-O-bot 3 ist ein vielseitiger autonomer Roboter, der für Forschung und assistive Anwendungen konzipiert wurde. Er verfügt über flexible Navigation, Manipulationsfähigkeiten und kann in verschiedenen Umgebungen operieren. Der Roboter wurde mit einem modularen Design gebaut, das einfache Upgrades und Anpassungen an verschiedene Aufgaben ermöglicht, wodurch seine Nutzbarkeit in verschiedenen Kontexten gesteigert wird.

Flagship features

  • Flexible, autonomous navigation capabilities
  • Advanced manipulation and grasping abilities
  • Equipped with environment reconstruction features
  • Designed for research and assistive robotics
  • Features multiple sensors including laser scanners and cameras

Buyer decision signals

Viability

est. 1959

60th anniversary

Price

Research platform

Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price

Specifications

Category: Research
Payload
5 kg
Weight
180 kg
Price
Research platform

Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price

Status
active
VerifiedSelf-reportedEstimated

Company profile

Founded
1959

Detailed specifications

What it is built for3
Applications
research,eldercare assistance
Sub Category
service humanoid
Deployment Environment
indoor
Size & capacity2
Height Mm
1450
Lifting Capacity Kg
7
Movement & precision1
Walking Speed Ms
1.5
Controls & integration2
Sensor Suite
laser scanner,camera
Onboard Compute
3 PCs (2 GHz Pentium M, 1 GB RAM, 40 GB HDD)
Buying & support1
Datasheet Url
View Link
Other details6
Gripper
Schunk SDH with tactile sensors
Controllers
Elmo controllers with CAN interface
Manipulator
Schunk LWA 3 with a maximum reach of 120 cm
Power Supply
Gaia rechargeable Li ion battery 60 Ah, 48 V or lead accumulators
Dimensions Cm
{"width":55,"height":145,"length":75}
Maneuverability
Omnidirectional platform with 8 motors

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Company milestones

  • 2019Milestone60th anniversary
  • 1971MilestoneIncorporated into Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft
  • 1959MilestoneFounded
  • MilestoneCare-O-bot 3 described as a research and development platform
  • MilestoneCare-O-bot 3 presented as a public robotic home assistant

Frequently asked questions

Who makes the Care-O-bot 3?
The Care-O-bot 3 is developed by Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Engineering and Automation, based in Germany.
What type of robot is the Care-O-bot 3?
The Care-O-bot 3 is a Research robot made by Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Engineering and Automation.
How much does the Care-O-bot 3 cost?
Pricing for the Care-O-bot 3 is not publicly listed — contact Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Engineering and Automation for a quote.

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