Human Support Robot (HSR)
Built by Toyota Motor · Japan
The Human Support Robot (HSR) is a Mobile Manipulator developed by Toyota Motor (Japan), launched 2012. Key specifications: base speed 0.22 m/s, navigation other.
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Overview
The Human Support Robot (HSR) is a compact mobile manipulator designed to support disabled and elderly individuals. HSR can move around the house, keep watch over family members, and fetch objects from shelves and floors. With its highly maneuverable cylindrical body, folding arm with 4 degrees of freedom, and integrated omni-directional base, HSR is capable of performing a variety of household assistance tasks. The robot features advanced sensing including lidar, stereo cameras, and force sensors, making it suitable for both research applications and practical home support.
Flagship features
- Developed in cooperation with the Japan Service Dog Association
- Feedback incorporated from patients, healthcare workers, and researchers
- Part of Toyota’s transition into a mobility company
- Can be operated remotely with real-time face and voice relay
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Toyota announces partnership with Preferred Networks
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Company profile
- Founded
- 1937
Detailed specifications
What it is built for4
- Applications
- eldercare assistance
- Sub Category
- eldercare assistance
- Industries Served
- home care
- Floor Compatibility
- hard floor,low pile carpet
Size & capacity1
- Dimensions Mm
- 430x430x1005-1350
Buying & support1
- Availability Status
- research-only
Other details1
- Voice Interaction
- true
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Company milestones
- Sep 2019PartnershipToyota announces partnership with Preferred Networks
- Aug 2019PartnershipToyota announces Hackathon for HSR innovation
- Aug 2019MilestoneToyota announced HSR innovation hackathon in Tokyo
- Aug 1937MilestoneToyota Motor Co., Ltd. established
- 2026MilestonePotaro operating metrics updated
- 2023Deployment24 Potaro units introduced at Toyota Memorial Hospital
- 2020MilestoneHSR announced for Tokyo Olympics visitor support
- 2020DeploymentHSR deployed at Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games
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Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the Human Support Robot (HSR)?
- The Human Support Robot (HSR) is developed by Toyota Motor, based in Japan.
- What type of robot is the Human Support Robot (HSR)?
- The Human Support Robot (HSR) is a Mobile Manipulator made by Toyota Motor.
- How much does the Human Support Robot (HSR) cost?
- Pricing for the Human Support Robot (HSR) is not publicly listed — contact Toyota Motor for a quote.
- When was the Human Support Robot (HSR) launched?
- The Human Support Robot (HSR) was launched in 2012.
- What are the key specifications of the Human Support Robot (HSR)?
- Key specifications of the Human Support Robot (HSR): base speed 0.22 m/s, navigation other.
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