The Aqua Penguin is a Research robot developed by Festo (Germany), launched 2008.
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Overview
Aqua Penguin is a robotic design inspired by the streamlined shape and propulsion of real penguins. It mimics their movement through innovative engineering for underwater locomotion.
Buyer decision signals
Viability
First international subsidiary
Price
Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price
Availability
Specifications
Category: Research- Payload
- 5 kg
- Reach
- 850 mm
- Speed
- 8.33 m/s
- Weight
- 9.6 kg
- Battery
- 7 h
- 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
Motion & kinematics2
- Dof
- 6
- Repeatability Mm
- 0.03
Sensors1
- Sensor Suite
- special 3D sonar; separate pressure sensor for depth measurement
Compute1
- Ros Compatible
- true
Safety & certifications1
- Safety Certification
- ISO 10218-1,ISO/TS 15066,CE,UL 1740
Other24
- Price Tier
- 20-40K
- Applications
- research
- Sub Category
- bio-inspired AUV (autonomous-underwater-vehicle)
- Api Available
- true
- Datasheet Url
- View Link
- Max Speed M S
- 8.33
- Pricing Model
- purchase
- Force Limiting
- true
- Model Variants
- UR3e,UR10e,UR16e
- Warranty Years
- 2
- Company Country
- DE
- Navigation Type
- lidar_slam
- Deployment Notes
- Used by BMW, Honeywell, and other global manufacturers for assembly and inspection tasks.
- Setup Time Hours
- 4
- Youtube Video Id
- 68-oUaIMUX8
- Compatible Vision
- Universal Robots UR+ vision cameras,Cognex 3D vision
- Industries Served
- research,automation_technology_demonstration
- Software Platform
- PolyScope
- Training Required
- basic_<1day
- Availability Status
- research-only
- Compatible Grippers
- Robotiq 2F-85,OnRobot RG2,Piab suction
- Countries Available
- Worldwide
- Programming Interface
- proprietary_app
- Additional Information
- Inspiration from penguin swimming capabilities,Hydrodynamic body contours and wing surfaces,Intelligent self-organization for autonomous navigation,Programmed elementary maneuvers and onboard electronics,Potential applications in handling technology and flexible tripods
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 Penguin?
- The Aqua Penguin is developed by Festo, based in Germany.
- What type of robot is the Aqua Penguin?
- The Aqua Penguin is a Research robot made by Festo.
- How much does the Aqua Penguin cost?
- Pricing for the Aqua Penguin is not publicly listed — contact Festo for a quote.
- When was the Aqua Penguin launched?
- The Aqua Penguin was launched in 2008.
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