The Aqua Jelly is a Research robot developed by Festo (Germany), launched 2008.
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Not in the Research standing. The standings cover robots first sold from 2020 onward, and this one launched in 2008. Its Robo Score above is unaffected — the score is the evidence, the standing is only who it is listed against.
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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
First international subsidiary
Price
Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price
Availability
Specifications
Category: Research- Weight
- 1.3 kg
- Launch year
- 2008
- Price
- Research platform
- Status
- active
Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price
Company profile
- Founded
- 1925
Detailed specifications
Power & battery1
- Charge Time Hours
- 0.5
Sensors1
- Sensor Suite
- pressure, light, radio sensors
Other12
- Applications
- research
- Sub Category
- bionic underwater robot
- Datasheet Url
- View Link
- Model Variants
- Festo AirJelly
- Company Country
- DE
- Navigation Type
- vision,lidar_slam
- 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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Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the Aqua Jelly?
- The Aqua Jelly is developed by Festo, based in Germany.
- What type of robot is the Aqua Jelly?
- The Aqua Jelly is a Research robot made by Festo.
- How much does the Aqua Jelly cost?
- Pricing for the Aqua Jelly is not publicly listed — contact Festo for a quote.
- When was the Aqua Jelly launched?
- The Aqua Jelly was launched in 2008.
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