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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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Specifications
From the makerCheckedEstimated- 50 kg
- 1.79 m/s
- 79.4 kg
- Partially autonomous
- 2009
- Research platform
- Active
Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price
Detailed specifications
What it is built for2
- anthropomorphic
- Military & Security
Movement & precision2
- 29
- Max Speed M S
- 1.79
Sensing & perception3
- Yes
- No
- Yes
Controls & integration1
- Software Platform
- Custom software
Buying & support1
- Availability Status
- inactive
Other details2
- Teleoperation Supported
- Yes
- Yes
Who uses it
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Add a customer →Company milestones(estimated)
- 2026Deployment2026 Atlas deployments committed to Hyundai and Google DeepMind
- 2026LaunchProduction of redesigned Atlas begins
- 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
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Boston Dynamics in the news
the maker8 events · last 12 months
- Nov 3Boston Dynamics Launches New Stretch Robot That Unloads 1,000 Cases Per Hour
- Oct 30Hyundai Motor to buy robot maker Boston Dynamics
- Oct 23Boston Dynamics Employees Protest Against ICE Plan to Buy Robot Dogs For Observations, Inspections
Boston Dynamics in the news
the maker8 events · last 12 months
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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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