The Argus is a Research robot developed by MIT (United States), launched 2023.
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Overview
The pose-camera, known as Argus, is a wheelchair-sized mobile platform equipped with a high-resolution color digital camera on a pan-tilt head, used for acquiring navigation-annotated pictures to create 3D CAD models of urban environments. It includes GPS and other instrumentation to enhance image acquisition and model accuracy.
Buyer decision signals
Viability
Humanoid robotics project begins
Price
Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price
Availability
Specifications
Category: Research- Speed
- 0.08 m/s
- Weight
- 0.48 kg
- Battery
- 8 h
- Autonomy
- fully autonomous
- Launch year
- 2023
- Price
- Research platform
- Status
- active
Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price
Company profile
- Founded
- 1993
Detailed specifications
Motion & kinematics1
- Dof
- 2
Other7
- Sub Category
- modular DAQ system
- Max Speed M S
- 0.083
- Company Country
- US
- Software Platform
- imc STUDIO
- Availability Status
- available
- Programming Interface
- proprietary_app
- Additional Information
- This is NOT a robot; it is a software application for air traffic control safety.,Designed to reduce runway incursions and improve airport surface safety.,Works with Digital Copilot, another MITRE technology, for end-to-end digital clearance delivery.,Features include digital capture of taxi instructions, tracking algorithms for pilot route deviation alerts, and conflict clearance monitoring.,Licensing options available via MITRE Technology Transfer Office.
Company milestones
- 1993MilestoneHumanoid robotics project begins
- —LaunchCog development
In the news
- Duke University develops non-humanoid robot Argus that can see and respond in any direction
WITN · May 28, 2026
- Duke University develops non-humanoid robot Argus that can see and respond in any direction
WITN · May 28, 2026
- Duke University develops non-humanoid robot Argus that can see and respond in any direction
WITN · May 28, 2026
Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the Argus?
- The Argus is developed by MIT, based in United States.
- What type of robot is the Argus?
- The Argus is a Research robot made by MIT.
- How much does the Argus cost?
- Pricing for the Argus is not publicly listed — contact MIT for a quote.
- When was the Argus launched?
- The Argus was launched in 2023.
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