The BlueROV2 is a Research robot developed by Blue Robotics (United States), launched 2018, priced at $4,900–$6,080 USD.
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Overview
The BlueROV2 is a high-performance, highly customizable underwater ROV with an unprecedented level of flexibility and expandability. It comes in six- and eight-thruster configurations, is equipped with open-source software, and has a variety of accessories to enhance its functionality. With thousands of units in use, the BlueROV2 is one of the most popular underwater drones, capable of adapting to both simple and advanced missions.
At a glance
- Built for visual inspection and sample handling
- Used across offshore oil gas, marine research and environmental monitoring
- Programmed through ROS
- Public API for integration
- Compatible with ROS
- Certified to ISO 10218 1 and ISO/TS 15066
Buyer decision signals
Viability
Kickstarter launch for T100 Thruster
Availability
Specifications
Category: Research- Payload
- 6.8 kg
- Reach
- 850 mm
- Speed
- 1 m/s
- Weight
- 20.6 kg
- Battery
- 3 h
- Autonomy
- teleoperated
- Launch year
- 2018
- Price
- $4,900–$6,080 USD
- Status
- active
Company profile
- Founded
- 2014
Detailed specifications
What it is built for1
- Sub Category
- underwater ROV
Movement & precision1
- Max Speed M S
- 1.5
Power & runtime1
- Auto Charging
- false
Controls & integration6
- Setup Time Hours
- 0.5
- Compatible Vision
- Universal Robots UR+ vision cameras,Cognex,SICK
- Software Platform
- ArduSub
- Training Required
- basic_<1day
- Compatible Grippers
- Robotiq 2F-85,OnRobot RG2,Piab suction
- Programming Interface
- code ros
Safety & certification2
- Force Limiting
- true
- Operating Temp
- 0–50°C
Buying & support2
- Lead Time Weeks
- 4
- Countries Available
- US,DE,JP,CN,DK,KR,GB,FR
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Company milestones
- 2014FundingKickstarter launch for T100 Thruster
- 2014MilestoneCompany founded
- —LaunchMarine robotics product line expansion
- —LaunchBlueROV2 launched via Kickstarter
More videos
Blue Robotics Tutorial: Vacuum Testing the Enclosures on a BlueROV2
Introducing the BlueROV2 Heavy Configuration!
Introducing the Outland Technology Power Supply for the BlueROV2!
The BlueROV2 Heavy Kit Showing off Pitch + Roll Control
What's Inside the Box: The BlueROV2 Kit
How to Use a Steam Deck to Fly Your BlueROV2 (Step-by-Step Guide)
blueTIDES Emerald City - Jacob Jermain - Immersive VR for Piloting the BlueROV2
Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the BlueROV2?
- The BlueROV2 is developed by Blue Robotics, based in United States.
- What type of robot is the BlueROV2?
- The BlueROV2 is a Research robot made by Blue Robotics.
- How much does the BlueROV2 cost?
- The BlueROV2 is priced at $4,900–$6,080 USD.
- When was the BlueROV2 launched?
- The BlueROV2 was launched in 2018.
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