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Int-Ball

Built by Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency · Japan· Launched 2016

Updated Jun 2026·methodology

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Made by Japan Aerospace Exploration AgencyOpen company

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37.4/ 100

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On sale20%25/100
In use20%Not counted yet
Track record12%Not counted yet
Specs on file12%81/100
Funding12%Not counted yet
Company age8%100/100
Other robots6%Not counted yet
News6%Not counted yet
Wikipedia entry4%Not counted yet
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Overview

Int-Ball is a research robot manufactured by Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency in JP, first introduced in 2016. free-flying robotic system

Key specs

  • Built for photography and videography
  • Used across automotive, electronics and food bev
  • Navigates using vision
  • Programmed through remote control
  • Public API for integration
  • Compatible with ROS

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At a glance

Named customers0No named customer yetCompanyFounded 2003JapanList priceNot yet on fileResearch platformAvailabilityResearch only

Specifications

From the makerCheckedEstimated
1 kg
2016
Research platform

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Detailed specifications

What it is built for3
Applications
visual inspection
internal drone
space,research
Movement & precision1
vision,hybrid
Power & runtime1
Auto Charging
Yes
Controls & integration5
Yes
Yes
Software Platform
core Flight System (cFS), Robot Operating System (ROS)
Training Required
intermediate_1-5days
code python,code ros
Buying & support4
Datasheet Url
Preview PDF online
Model Variants
Int-Ball (first generation)
Availability Status
prototype
Countries Available
JP

Who uses it

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Company milestones(estimated)

  • Oct 2023DeploymentInt-Ball2 first test flight aboard ISS
  • Jul 2017MilestoneJAXA first disclosed Int-Ball images
  • Jun 2017DeploymentInt-Ball delivered to Kibo on ISS
  • 2015MilestoneBecame R&D agency
  • 2013Milestone10th anniversary slogan
  • 2003MilestoneJAXA formed

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Frequently asked questions

Who makes the Int-Ball?
The Int-Ball is developed by Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency, based in Japan.
What type of robot is the Int-Ball?
The Int-Ball is a Research robot made by Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency.
How much does the Int-Ball cost?
Pricing for the Int-Ball is not publicly listed. Contact Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency for a quote.
When was the Int-Ball launched?
The Int-Ball was launched in 2016.

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