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GITAI Lunar Rover

Built by GITAI · United States· Launched 2021

Updated Oct 2026·methodology

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Made by GITAIRaised US$66.2M across 4 recorded roundsOpen company

#200 of 233 ranked Industrial Arm robots (1,056 listed)

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48.0/ 100

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On sale15%75/100
In use23%Not counted yet
Track record9%50/100
Specs on file23%53/100
Funding11%90/100
Company age4%50/100
Other robots5%72/100
News8%Not counted yet
Wikipedia entry3%Not counted yet

Overview

GITAI Lunar Rover is set to revolutionize lunar exploration and infrastructure development. By combining high-performance capabilities with affordability, GITAI Lunar Rover is poised to become an essential tool for constructing essential lunar infrastructure such as solar panels, communication antennas, and habitat modules. The seamless integration of hardware and software within the Lunar Rover allows for maximum performance, enabling it to handle the harsh lunar environment. Its high-power actuation system is designed for high-speed and high-torque motions, providing an elastic response to external forces. Its dual-arm manipulation system is capable of performing intricate tasks and significantly expanding its range of applications. One of the most critical aspects of any space exploration mission is reliability. GITAI Lunar Rover addresses this concern by incorporating a real-time logging and diagnostics framework, ensuring high reliability and allowing operators to monitor and troubleshoot any issues that may arise during a mission. GITAI Lunar Rover has already proven its capabilities through a series of technical demonstrations in simulated lunar surface environments and the Mojave Desert. The successful demonstrations included: Drive, Mobility, and Obstacle Clearance Test: GITAI Rover showcased its ability to navigate rough terrain and clear obstacles, simulating the challenges it would face on the lunar surface. Infrastructure Construction Test: Demonstrating its capacity to assemble solar panels, the GITAI Rover proves itself as an indispensable asset in building essential lunar infrastructure. Lunar Resource Extraction Test: GITAI Rover successfully conducted a resource extraction test, illustrating its potential role in the utilization of lunar resources for future missions.

Key specs

  • Built for construction
  • Used across space
  • Sold in Japan

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Company profile

Recorded funding
US$66.2M· 4 rounds
Founded
around 2016

Detailed specifications

What it is built for7
Industries
Professional, scientific and technical activities,Emergency and Hazardous Operations
Applications
construction
construction
wheeled
Target Industries
space
Primary Applications
construction
outdoor
Sensing & perception2
Yes
IMU(VN-100)
Controls & integration3
Jetson Xavier
Fieldbus Protocols
ethercat,ethernet
ethernet
Buying & support5
Datasheet Url
Preview PDF online
Price On Request
Yes
Country Of Origin
USA
Availability Status
prototype
Countries Available
Japan
Other details14
Motor
Brushless DC Motor
Options
Haz Cam for navigation, Inchworm Robot Arm for general task execution
Mission
GITAI aims to provide an inexpensive and safe means of working in space.
Computer
Jetson Xavier
Top Speed
0.24m/s
Wheel Dimension
0.6 [m] x 0.25 [m]
Power Consumption
115-1500W
Drive Power Supply
36-48Vdc
Actuation Controller
Distributed Controllers for each arm joint and each wheel unit
General Purpose Robot
GITAI is developing a general-purpose work robot for space use.
Max Joint Speed Deg S
285
Internal Communication Bus
EtherCAT, ethernet
Technical Demonstration ISS
GITAI plans to perform a technical demonstration inside the ISS (International Space Station) scheduled for 2021 summer.
Rated Maximum Angular Velocity Of Actuators
143 @ 24V input 285 @ 48V input deg/s

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Company milestones(estimated)

  • Nov 2024FundingAdditional funding raised
  • 2024LaunchISS technical demonstration
  • Nov 2023MilestoneCorporate inversion to U.S.
  • Jun 2022MilestoneOpened U.S. headquarters
  • 2016MilestoneFounded

Frequently asked questions

Who makes the GITAI Lunar Rover?
The GITAI Lunar Rover is developed by GITAI, based in United States.
What type of robot is the GITAI Lunar Rover?
The GITAI Lunar Rover is a Industrial Arm made by GITAI.
How much does the GITAI Lunar Rover cost?
Pricing for the GITAI Lunar Rover is not publicly listed. Contact GITAI for a quote.
When was the GITAI Lunar Rover launched?
The GITAI Lunar Rover was launched in 2021.
What are the key specifications of the GITAI Lunar Rover?
Key specifications of the GITAI Lunar Rover: industries space.

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