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FROG

Built by Institute of Automation

Updated Aug 2026·methodology
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The FROG is a Research robot developed by Institute of Automation, launched 2010.

RoboScore

34.2/ 100

Weak evidence

No confirmed deployment on record — this score reflects the rest of the record, not verified adoption.

2 of 9 signals present

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Weighted factors

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Commercial maturity20%25/100
Deployment footprint20%unknown
Proven track record12%unknown
Spec completeness12%96/100
Company financial health12%unknown
Company maturity8%unknown
Manufacturer portfolio6%unknown
Media mentions (trailing 12 months)6%unknown
Independent recognition4%unknown

Not in the Research standing. The standings cover robots first sold from 2020 onward, and this one launched in 2010. Its Robo Score above is unaffected — the score is the evidence, the standing is only who it is listed against.

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Overview

FROG is a quadruped robot that can walk, trot, and climb over obstacles. It's used as a research platform, but its creators are transforming one version into a Triceratops robot for a Chinese museum.

At a glance

  • Built for pick and place, warehouse transport and goods to person
  • Used across education, research and agriculture
  • Navigates using LiDAR SLAM
  • Programmed through python and ROS
  • Public API for integration
  • Compatible with ROS

Buyer decision signals

Price

Research platform

Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price

Availability

3-week lead time

Specifications

Category: Research
Payload
72 kg
Reach
625 mm
Speed
1 m/s
Weight
55 kg
Battery
12 h
Autonomy
partially autonomous
Launch year
2010
Price
Research platform

Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price

Status
active
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Detailed specifications

What it is built for1
Sub Category
differential-drive AGV
Movement & precision1
Max Speed M S
1
Controls & integration4
Compatible Vision
depth camera
Software Platform
ROS2 Humble
Training Required
basic_<1day
Programming Interface
code python,code ros,voice
Buying & support2
Lead Time Weeks
3
Countries Available
CN

Who runs it· deployment evidence

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Frequently asked questions

Who makes the FROG?
The FROG is developed by Institute of Automation.
What type of robot is the FROG?
The FROG is a Research robot made by Institute of Automation.
How much does the FROG cost?
Pricing for the FROG is not publicly listed — contact Institute of Automation for a quote.
When was the FROG launched?
The FROG was launched in 2010.

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