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Aqua Jelly

Built by Festo · Germany

Updated Jun 2026·methodology
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B

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4 of 10 signals present

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Weighted factors

average of the 4 scored · blanks don't count

Commercial maturity20%25/100
Deployment footprint18%unknown
Proven track record12%unknown
Spec completeness12%80/100
Company financial health12%unknown
Company maturity8%100/100
Manufacturer portfolio6%59/100
Media mentions (trailing 12 months)6%unknown
Independent recognition4%unknown
Market momentum2%unknown

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Overview

Aqua Jelly imitates the locomotion of jellyfish, using pulsating movements to propel itself effectively through water, showcasing biomimetic design principles.

Buyer decision signals

Viability

est. 1925

First international subsidiary

Availability

research-only

Specifications

Category: Research
Weight
1.3 kg
Launch year
2008
Price
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Status
active
VerifiedSelf-reportedEstimated

Company profile

Founded
1925

Detailed specifications

Power & battery1
Charge Time Hours
0.5
Sensors1
Sensor Suite
pressure, light, radio sensors
Other13
Applications
research
Sub Category
bionic underwater robot
Datasheet Url
View Link
Model Variants
Festo AirJelly
Company Country
DE
Navigation Type
vision,lidar_slam
Deployment Notes
First presented at Hanover Fair 2008. Part of Festo Bionic Learning Network with universities and institutes.
Youtube Video Id
N-O8-N71Qcw
Industries Served
automation,water_technology
Availability Status
research-only
Countries Available
Germany,Global (through distributors)
Programming Interface
code_python,code_ros
Additional Information
AquaJellies 2.0 mimics the swimming motion of jellyfish.,Developed by Festo's Bionic Learning Network.,Capable of underwater exploration and delivery applications.

Company milestones

  • Jan 1956MilestoneFirst international subsidiary
  • 2011LaunchSmartBird unveiled at Hanover Fair
  • 2007LaunchAquaJelly introduced by Festo
  • LaunchAquaPenguins introduced by Festo
  • MilestoneAquaJellies 2.0 announced
  • MilestoneCompany founded as Fezer & Stoll
  • DeploymentAquaJelly demonstrated at Pack Expo

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