Agile Justin
Built by German Aerospace Center · Germany
The Agile Justin is a Research robot developed by German Aerospace Center (Germany), launched 2012.
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Overview
Agile Justin is an upgraded version of Rollin' Justin that allows for throwing objects. It features faster arms and improved capabilities for more dynamic interactions. Developed by DLR in 2012, Agile Justin enhances object manipulation through improved gear ratios and control systems.
Flagship features
- Research platform for AI in dextrous manipulation
- Continuous upgrades since earliest predecessor 'Table Justin' unveiled in 2006
- Equipped with tactile skin and high-resolution sensors for enhanced interaction
- Notable awards include ICRA Best Cognitive Paper and multiple ICRA Best Video Awards
Buyer decision signals
Viability
Rollin' Justin showcases skills at Robotic Coopetition in Nancy
Price
Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price
Availability
Specifications
Category: Research- Payload
- 15 kg
- Weight
- 195 kg
- Battery
- 1 h
- Launch year
- 2012
- Price
- Research platform
- Status
- active
Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price
Company profile
- Founded
- 1969
Detailed specifications
Motion & kinematics4
- Hand Dof
- 12
- Dof Total
- 53
- Dof Per Arm
- 7
- Dof Per Hand
- 12
Sensors1
- Sensor Suite
- stereo_camera,rgb_d_camera
Compute1
- Onboard Compute
- 4x Intel Xeon Quadcore
Other13
- Height Mm
- 1910
- Applications
- service_robotics,research
- Sub Category
- bipedal
- Company Country
- DE
- Tactile Sensing
- fingertip_only
- Humanoid Subtype
- research_platform
- Walking Speed Ms
- 2
- Industries Served
- space,manufacturing,healthcare
- Is Research Grade
- true
- Availability Status
- research-only
- Programming Interface
- code_ros
- Additional Information
- - Research platform for AI in dextrous manipulation. - Continuous upgrades since earliest predecessor 'Table Justin' unveiled in 2006. - Equipped with tactile skin and high-resolution sensors for enhanced interaction. - Notable awards include ICRA Best Cognitive Paper and multiple ICRA Best Video Awards.
- Deployment Environment
- both
Company milestones
- Nov 2024DeploymentRollin' Justin showcases skills at Robotic Coopetition in Nancy
- Nov 2024MilestoneeuROBIN project event in France
- Nov 2024PartnershipParticipation in EU-funded euROBIN project
- Jun 2014AwardICRA 2014 Best Video Award
- Aug 2010MilestoneDLR demonstrates upper and lower body robots
- 2025MilestoneTORO shown with new perception and response capability
- 2024MilestoneAnnual funding reported
- 2024AwardRollin' Justin competes in Robotic Coopetition in Nancy
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Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the Agile Justin?
- The Agile Justin is developed by German Aerospace Center, based in Germany.
- What type of robot is the Agile Justin?
- The Agile Justin is a Research robot made by German Aerospace Center.
- How much does the Agile Justin cost?
- Pricing for the Agile Justin is not publicly listed — contact German Aerospace Center for a quote.
- When was the Agile Justin launched?
- The Agile Justin was launched in 2012.
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