The Petman is a Research robot developed by Boston Dynamics (United States), launched 2009.
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Overview
Petman is a full-size humanoid robot powered by hydraulic actuators that can walk, squat, kneel, and perform push-ups. It was developed to test chemical-resistant military gear and protective suits used by troops. The robot features anthropomorphic design with 29 degrees of freedom and can alter its body temperature, humidity, and sweat on demand.
Flagship features
- Specializes in testing chemical protection clothing
- Known for natural and agile movements that simulate human gait
- Used for evaluating stress on protective suits under real-life conditions
- Developed by Boston Dynamics, a leader in advanced robotics
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Viability
New electric Atlas announced
Price
Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price
Availability
Specifications
Category: Research- Payload
- 50 kg
- Speed
- 1.79 m/s
- Weight
- 79.4 kg
- Autonomy
- partially autonomous
- Launch year
- 2009
- Price
- Research platform
- Status
- active
Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price
Company profile
- Founded
- 1992
Detailed specifications
Motion & kinematics1
- Dof
- 29
Other7
- Sub Category
- anthropomorphic
- Max Speed M S
- 1.79
- Company Country
- United States
- Industries Served
- Military & Security
- Software Platform
- Custom software
- Availability Status
- inactive
- Additional Information
- - Specializes in testing chemical protection clothing - Known for natural and agile movements that simulate human gait - Used for evaluating stress on protective suits under real-life conditions - Developed by Boston Dynamics, a leader in advanced robotics
Company milestones
- Apr 2024LaunchNew electric Atlas announced
- Mar 2021LaunchStretch launched as warehouse automation robot
- Feb 2021LaunchSpot expanded product line revealed
- Feb 2021LaunchSpot Arm launched with expanded Spot product line
- May 2020LaunchSpot launched commercially
- Mar 2019DeploymentHandle warehouse use announced
- 2026Deployment2026 Atlas deployments committed to Hyundai and Google DeepMind
- 2026LaunchProduction of redesigned Atlas begins
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Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the Petman?
- The Petman is developed by Boston Dynamics, based in United States.
- What type of robot is the Petman?
- The Petman is a Research robot made by Boston Dynamics.
- How much does the Petman cost?
- Pricing for the Petman is not publicly listed — contact Boston Dynamics for a quote.
- When was the Petman launched?
- The Petman was launched in 2009.
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