AIRo-2
Built by Ritsumeikan University · Japan
The AIRo-2 is a Research robot developed by Ritsumeikan University (Japan), launched 2015.
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Overview
A pipeline-inspection robot that adapts to bent pipes without control by aligning its orientation with the direction of the pathway, utilizing a shadow-based operation assistant method.
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Ritsumeikan University signs cooperation agreement with Kyoto
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Specifications
Category: Research- Payload
- 16 kg
- Speed
- 0.08 m/s
- Weight
- 0.19 kg
- Battery
- 0.25 h
- Launch year
- 2015
- Price
- Research platform
- Status
- active
Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price
Detailed specifications
Motion & kinematics1
- Dof
- 3
Other9
- Sub Category
- drone agricultural sprayer
- Auto Charging
- true
- Max Speed M S
- 0.08
- Force Limiting
- true
- Company Country
- JP
- Software Platform
- Controller Area Network (CAN)
- Training Required
- intermediate_1-5days
- Programming Interface
- code_python
- Additional Information
- Battery: intelligent function — one-button charge status check, auto-discharge for safe storage.,Available in liquid (10L, 16L) and granular (10L) tank configurations; tanks are interchangeable.,Foldable design fits in light truck or light wagon; no tools required for folding.,6-propeller safety: can maintain flight even if one motor fails.,Auto-return system: remembers takeoff point, returns automatically in case of signal loss.,M+ mode allows spraying adapted to irregular field shapes; semi-auto mode sprays between two memorized points.,High water resistance allows washing after use with water — suitable for chemical and dust removal.,Drone school offered: standard course, expert course (night/BVLOS), expert+1 course (cargo dropping/hazardous material).,Training includes regulatory, safety, and permit procedures; certificate issued by DRC Association (MLIT-listed).,Product catalog PDF available via link.,Partnerships: DRC Association, AIR Robot Drone School, Osu RC Heli Club, Gujo SDC, Mizuho SDC, Yamagata SDC.,Company location: Gujo City, Gifu Prefecture, Japan.
Company milestones
- 2024PartnershipRitsumeikan University signs cooperation agreement with Kyoto
- 2024PartnershipRitsumeikan University announced cooperation agreement with Kyoto
- 1996MilestoneRobotics research reaches 30-year mark in 2026
- 1996MilestoneDepartment of Robotics established
- 1994MilestoneRobotics research center established
- —MilestoneAIRo series research page published
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Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the AIRo-2?
- The AIRo-2 is developed by Ritsumeikan University, based in Japan.
- What type of robot is the AIRo-2?
- The AIRo-2 is a Research robot made by Ritsumeikan University.
- How much does the AIRo-2 cost?
- Pricing for the AIRo-2 is not publicly listed — contact Ritsumeikan University for a quote.
- When was the AIRo-2 launched?
- The AIRo-2 was launched in 2015.
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