The Jaco is a Surgical / Medical robot developed by Kinova (Canada), launched 2009, priced at $50,000 USD. Key specifications: type other, arms 6.
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Not in the Surgical / Medical standing. The standings cover robots first sold from 2020 onward, and this one launched in 2009. Its Robo Score above is unaffected — the score is the evidence, the standing is only who it is listed against.
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Overview
Jaco is a safe, lightweight robotic arm with a three-fingered hand designed to assist people with upper-body disabilities. It enables users to perform tasks like picking up objects and opening doors. The robot features a compact, modular design with an underactuated gripper for safety and easy plug-and-play installation. It can be controlled teleoperated or operate with full autonomy.
At a glance
- Public API for integration
- Compatible with ROS
Buyer decision signals
Viability
20 years of robotics in the service of people
Price
Specifications
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Company profile
- Confirmed funding
- US$48.0M· 1 round
- Founded
- 2006
Detailed specifications
Sensing & perception3
- Imu Present
- Yes
- Sensor Suite
- Torque, position, current, temperature and acceleration sensors in each actuator
- Force Torque Present
- Yes
Controls & integration3
- Api Available
- Yes
- Ros Compatible
- Yes
- Connectivity Options
- usb,ethernet,can bus
Other details1
- Teleoperation Supported
- Yes
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Company milestones
- 2026Milestone20 years of robotics in the service of people
- 2026LaunchOfficial launch of a Jaco-related Kinova product at SRS 2026
- 2024DeploymentFDA correction notice for Jaco arm fire hazard
- 2017Funding$25M funding raised
- 2017PartnershipKinova signs exclusive China distribution agreement
- 2010LaunchJaco arm launched
- 2006MilestoneCompany founded
- —MilestoneJaco assistive robotic arm product page
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JACO movement modes
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Kinova in the news
the maker2 events · last 12 months
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Kinova in the news
the maker2 events · last 12 months
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Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the Jaco?
- The Jaco is developed by Kinova, based in Canada.
- What type of robot is the Jaco?
- The Jaco is a Surgical / Medical robot made by Kinova.
- How much does the Jaco cost?
- The Jaco is priced at $50,000 USD.
- When was the Jaco launched?
- The Jaco was launched in 2009.
- What are the key specifications of the Jaco?
- Key specifications of the Jaco: type other, arms 6.
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