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Care-O-bot 3

Built by Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Engineering and Automation · Germany

Updated Oct 2026·methodology

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Made by Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Engineering and AutomationOpen company

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36.0/ 100

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On sale20%25/100
In use20%Not counted yet
Track record12%Not counted yet
Specs on file12%73/100
Funding12%Not counted yet
Company age8%100/100
Other robots6%Not counted yet
News6%Not counted yet
Wikipedia entry4%Not counted 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

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At a glance

Named customers0No named customer yetCompanyFounded 1959GermanyList priceNot yet on fileResearch platformAvailabilityResearch only

Specifications

From the makerCheckedEstimated
5 kg
180 kg
Research platform

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Detailed specifications

What it is built for3
Applications
research,eldercare assistance
service humanoid
indoor
Size & capacity2
Height Mm
1450
7
Movement & precision1
1.5
Sensing & perception9
2d
Camera Count
1
rgb
laser scanner,camera
Yes
Yes
Yes
software disable
on device
Controls & integration3
3 PCs (2 GHz Pentium M, 1 GB RAM, 40 GB HDD)
Yes
wifi,ethernet
Buying & support1
Datasheet Url
View Link
Other details7
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
Teleoperation Supported
Yes

Who uses it

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Company milestones(estimated)

  • 2019Milestone60th anniversary
  • 1971MilestoneIncorporated into Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft
  • 1959MilestoneFounded
  • Not yet on fileMilestoneCare-O-bot 3 described as a research and development platform
  • Not yet on fileMilestoneCare-O-bot 3 presented as a public robotic home assistant

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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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