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FROG

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Updated May 2026·methodology
FROG

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.

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
$90,000
Status
active

Detailed specifications

Other10
Sub Category
differential-drive AGV
Max Speed M S
1
Company Country
CN
Lead Time Weeks
3
Compatible Vision
depth camera
Software Platform
ROS2 Humble
Training Required
basic_<1day
Countries Available
CN
Programming Interface
code_python,code_ros,voice
Additional Information
Shipped to over 50 countries worldwide.,Used in scientific research, teaching, and competitions.,Supports voice navigation, robot arm motion planning, tripod head control, formation control, obstacle avoidance, SLAM environment mapping, autonomous positioning navigation, and machine learning.,Smart Agriculture Picking Robot System (RS-AGR) uses embedded systems, mobile navigation, robotic arm planning, and visual recognition for unmanned fruit/vegetable picking.,5G security inspection robot system supports 4K HD feedback, remote control, target tracking, dual light source shooting, and cloud operations.,Customer review: 'Great Value for Research Projects' by Pablo Fernandez.,Customer review: 'Impressive swarm coordination but setup can take time' by Elena Rossi.,Free shipping on orders over $3,000 (code FREESHIP3000).,Expedited service available via email request.,Lifetime customer support via market@taobotics.com.

Where will these robots operate? Often the same as your country — add more for multi-country deployments.

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