#11 of 30 ranked Security robots (69 listed)
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Overview
Astro is an autonomous home monitoring robot that can assist in security, eldercare, and household tasks, equipped with advanced sensors for navigation and local area mapping.
Key specs
- Built for security patrol and eldercare assistance
- Used across residential and small business
- Navigates using LiDAR SLAM
- Programmed through proprietary app
- Public API for integration
- Backed by a 1-year warranty
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Specifications
From the makerCheckedEstimated- 1 m/s
- 20.6 kg
- Semi-autonomous
- 2021
- US$1,600
- Active
From a public source
Detailed specifications
What it is built for1
- household robot companion
Movement & precision1
- Max Speed M S
- 1
Sensing & perception1
- Yes
Controls & integration5
- Max Fleet Size
- 1
- Software Platform
- Alexa
- Training Required
- none
- wifi
- proprietary app
Buying & support1
- Availability Status
- available
Who uses it
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Company milestones(estimated)
- Oct 2024DeploymentAstro for Business discontinued
- 2023LaunchAstro for Business launched
- 2023LaunchLaunch of Proteus Robot
- 2022DeploymentRing security pilot with Astro
- Sep 2021LaunchAstro announced as a home robot
- 2012LaunchDeployment of Robots in Fulfillment Centers
- 2012AcquisitionAcquired by Amazon
- 2003FundingInitial Funding as Kiva Systems
Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the Astro?
- The Astro is developed by Amazon, based in United States.
- What type of robot is the Astro?
- The Astro is a Security robot made by Amazon.
- How much does the Astro cost?
- The Astro is listed at US$1,600 in the Robolist catalogue, but this figure did not come from Amazon. Contact them for a quote.
- When was the Astro launched?
- The Astro was launched in 2021.
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