The HOSPI is a Delivery robot developed by Panasonic HOSPI (Japan), launched 2013. Key specifications: payload 60 kg, battery 7 h, elevator capable Yes, auto-dock Yes.
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Overview
HOSPI is an autonomous delivery robot developed by Panasonic, first launched in 2013. It is primarily deployed in hospitals to transport medicine, medical samples, injections, and other items, allowing medical practitioners to focus on patient care. The robot uses hospital map data, coordinates with elevators and automatic doors via a network, and features various sensors to detect obstacles and avoid collisions. It includes an authentication tag system to prevent delivery errors, tampering, and theft. Multiple HOSPI units can relay information to a control center for real-time tracking. Expanded applications include a Mobile Signage variant for guidance and advertising in public spaces like hospitals and airports, and a Cargo variant for heavier loads (up to 60 kg). Optional features include a rotating head for greeting passersby, remote video communication, and joystick-based remote operation for surveillance.
Flagship features
- Unique values of HOSP® include highly accurate self-maneuvering capability, various sensors for obstacle detection, authentication tags for secure delivery, and real-time trajectory tracking
- HOSP® has been deployed in hospitals in Japan and overseas since its launch in 2013
- New applications include Mobile Signage, HOSPI Cargo, and Beverage Delivery
- Optional functions include a rotating head, remote communication, and remote operation
Buyer decision signals
Deployments
Narita International Airport Corporation and ANA Crowne Plaza Narita
Viability
Signage HOSPI demonstration experiment
Availability
Specifications
Category: Delivery- Payload
- 60 kg
- Battery
- 7 h
- Elevator capable
- Yes
- Auto-dock
- Yes
- Navigation
- lidar_slam, vision, hybrid
Company profile
- Founded
- 1918
Detailed specifications
Power & battery1
- Charge Time Hours
- 2.5
Other22
- Applications
- hospital_transport,reception,guided_tours
- Max Speed Ms
- 1
- Sub Category
- hospital_transport
- Auto Charging
- true
- Datasheet Url
- View Link
- Cargo Speed Ms
- 0.8
- Main Functions
- Autonomous operation using mapped data and environmental recognition, autonomous charging, elevator compatibility, ID card recognition, drive recording.
- Model Variants
- HOSPI (Medicine & Medical Sample Delivery First Gen),HOSPI (Medicine & Medical Sample Delivery Second Gen),HOSPI Mobile Signage,HOSPI Cargo,Beverage Delivery HOSPI
- Cargo Weight Kg
- 220
- Company Country
- Japan
- Cargo Payload Kg
- 60
- Deployment Notes
- Deployed in hospitals in Japan and overseas.
- Industries Served
- hospital,airport
- Availability Status
- available
- Cargo Dimensions Mm
- 680x1200x1600
- Additional Information
- - Unique values of HOSP® include highly accurate self-maneuvering capability, various sensors for obstacle detection, authentication tags for secure delivery, and real-time trajectory tracking. - HOSP® has been deployed in hospitals in Japan and overseas since its launch in 2013. - New applications include Mobile Signage, HOSPI Cargo, and Beverage Delivery. - Optional functions include a rotating head, remote communication, and remote operation.
- Cargo Storage Space Mm
- 363x600x1050
- Mobile Signage Weight Kg
- 175
- Base Model Storage Space Mm
- 363x600x390
- Cargo Continuous Operation Time Hours
- 5
- Base Model Continuous Operation Time Hours
- 7
- Mobile Signage Continuous Operation Time Hours
- 4
Who runs it· deployment evidence
1 on record · none maker-verified yet. Each links to its source — open it and judge.
- Narita International Airport Corporation and ANA Crowne Plaza Narita· Japansource ↗
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Company milestones
- Jan 2018LaunchSignage HOSPI demonstration experiment
- Jan 2017DeploymentNarita airport and hotel HOSPI demonstration began
- Jul 2015DeploymentPanasonic announced HOSPI at Changi General Hospital
- Nov 2010MilestoneMedication dispensing and delivery robot HOSPI shown in video
- 2015PartnershipCGH trial begins
- 2015DeploymentCGH experimental use of HOSPI began
- 2014LaunchHOSPI-R launched for sale
- 2013LaunchNew version introduced at IREX
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Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the HOSPI?
- The HOSPI is developed by Panasonic HOSPI, based in Japan.
- What type of robot is the HOSPI?
- The HOSPI is a Delivery robot made by Panasonic HOSPI.
- How much does the HOSPI cost?
- Pricing for the HOSPI is not publicly listed — contact Panasonic HOSPI for a quote.
- When was the HOSPI launched?
- The HOSPI was launched in 2013.
- What are the key specifications of the HOSPI?
- Key specifications of the HOSPI: payload 60 kg, battery 7 h, elevator capable Yes, auto-dock Yes, navigation lidar_slam, vision, hybrid.
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