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AirBurr

Built by École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne · Switzerland· Launched 2010

Updated Oct 2026·methodology

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Made by École Polytechnique Fédérale de LausanneOpen company

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RoboScore

45.2/ 100

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On sale20%25/100
In use20%Not counted yet
Track record12%Not counted yet
Specs on file12%95/100
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

AirBurr is a flying robot designed for constrained, cluttered spaces. Its spring-based cage protects it from damage. Even after crashing on walls and other obstacles, it just picks itself up and takes off. Equipped with retractable arms for self-righting after crashes. Able to navigate by bumping into the environment or following a light source.

Key specs

  • Built for warehouse transport
  • Used across military, emergency response and surveillance
  • Navigates using vision
  • Programmed through no code gui
  • Public API for integration
  • Compatible with ROS

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At a glance

Named customers0No named customer yetCompanyFounded 1969SwitzerlandList priceNot yet on fileResearch platformAvailabilityResearch onlyWarranty 2 yr

Specifications

From the makerCheckedEstimated
5 kg
850 mm
1 m/s
0.7 kg
0.17 h
Teleoperated
2010
Research platform

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

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Detailed specifications

What it is built for3
Applications
visual inspection
aerial robot
research
Movement & precision4
6
Max Speed M S
1
vision,hybrid
0.03
Sensing & perception2
Yes
IMU
Controls & integration9
Yes
MiR Fleet
Yes
Setup Time Hours
24
Compatible Vision
UR+ certified vision systems,Cognex,Keyence
Software Platform
PolyScope
Training Required
basic_<1day
Compatible Grippers
Robotiq 2F-85,OnRobot RG2,Piab suction
teach pendant,drag and drop,code python,code ros,no code gui
Safety & certification3
Yes
0–50°C
ISO 10218-1,ISO/TS 15066,CE,UL 1740,EN 60204-1,EN ISO 13849-1
Buying & support8
40-80K
purchase
Model Variants
UR5e-16,UR5e-CB3
2
Lead Time Weeks
4
Deployment Count
50000
Availability Status
research-only
Countries Available
Global
Other details2
Outdoor Capable
Yes
Fleet Management
Yes

Who uses it

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Company milestones(estimated)

  • 1969MilestoneFounded
  • Not yet on fileMilestoneRobotics research focus
  • Not yet on fileMilestoneAirBurr project described as a robot for studying collisions

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Frequently asked questions

Who makes the AirBurr?
The AirBurr is developed by École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, based in Switzerland.
What type of robot is the AirBurr?
The AirBurr is a Research robot made by École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne.
How much does the AirBurr cost?
Pricing for the AirBurr is not publicly listed. Contact École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne for a quote.
When was the AirBurr launched?
The AirBurr was launched in 2010.

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