The Bruno is a Research robot developed by Hajime Research Institute and TU Darmstadt, launched 2010.
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Overview
Bruno is a small soccer-playing humanoid robot that can run, kick, and pass. Since 2008, it has been helping the Darmstadt Dribblers become one of the deadliest teams in the RoboCup soccer tournament. The robot features a dynamic gait, can stand up after falls, and is capable of faking shots during matches.
Flagship features
- Originally based on the HR18 humanoid robot motion platform from Hajime Research Institute
- Improved continuously in cooperation with Hajime Sakamoto
- Notable achievement: Scored 56 goals in RoboCup championships (27 in 2006, 29 in 2007)
- First robot to score a goal using a back heel kick during a competition
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Viability
Project started
Specifications
Category: Research- Speed
- 0.43 m/s
- Weight
- 3.3 kg
- Battery
- 0.5 h
- Autonomy
- fully autonomous
- Launch year
- 2010
- Price
- Contact for quote
- Status
- active
Company profile
- Founded
- 2002
Detailed specifications
Other3
- Sub Category
- bipedal
- Company Country
- DE
- Additional Information
- - Originally based on the HR18 humanoid robot motion platform from Hajime Research Institute. - Improved continuously in cooperation with Hajime Sakamoto. - Notable achievement: Scored 56 goals in RoboCup championships (27 in 2006, 29 in 2007). - First robot to score a goal using a back heel kick during a competition.
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Company milestones
- 2002MilestoneProject started
- —MilestoneBruno based on HR18 humanoid motion platform
- —MilestoneCompany description
Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the Bruno?
- The Bruno is developed by Hajime Research Institute and TU Darmstadt.
- What type of robot is the Bruno?
- The Bruno is a Research robot made by Hajime Research Institute and TU Darmstadt.
- How much does the Bruno cost?
- Pricing for the Bruno is not publicly listed — contact Hajime Research Institute and TU Darmstadt for a quote.
- When was the Bruno launched?
- The Bruno was launched in 2010.
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