The Mini Cheetah is a Quadruped developed by MIT Biomimetic Robotics L (United States), launched 2018. Key specifications: type research platform, weight 9 kg, top speed 2.44 m/s, actuator type other.
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Overview
Mini Cheetah is a small, agile four-legged robot that can run and do backflips. It is robust and has powerful actuators, allowing researchers to perform experiments and test new controllers without fear of breaking the robot. The robot features a mechanically robust design that can survive high-impact falls and accidents, with a large range of motion at each joint allowing operation forwards, backwards, or upside-down.
Flagship features
- Can run at speeds of 8.7 mph (14 km/h)
- Performs 360-degree backflips and other complex maneuvers
- Quickly self-rights after being toppled
- Modular design for easy repairs and upgrades
- Communicates via interfaces for external system integration
Buyer decision signals
Viability
New control system demonstrated on Mini Cheetah
Price
Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price
Specifications
Category: Quadruped- Type
- research platform
- Weight
- 9 kg
- Top speed
- 2.44 m/s
- Actuator type
- other
- Total DOF
- 18
- Battery
- 1 h
- Arm-ready
- No
- LiDAR
- No
- VLM on-board
- No
- ROS 2
- No
- Environments
- indoor
- Pricing model
- on request
Company profile
- Founded
- 2009
Detailed specifications
What it is built for1
- Sub Category
- bipedal
Company milestones
- 2021MilestoneNew control system demonstrated on Mini Cheetah
- 2019LaunchMini Cheetah introduced
- 2013LaunchUpgraded Cheetah model demonstrated
- 2009MilestoneLab led by Sangbae Kim
- 2009LaunchMIT Cheetah unveiled
- —MilestoneAcademic lab at MIT
More videos
MIT cheetah Vertical Jump
MIT Cheetah: New Design Paradigm Shift toward Mobile Robots
Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the Mini Cheetah?
- The Mini Cheetah is developed by MIT Biomimetic Robotics L, based in United States.
- What type of robot is the Mini Cheetah?
- The Mini Cheetah is a Quadruped made by MIT Biomimetic Robotics L.
- How much does the Mini Cheetah cost?
- Pricing for the Mini Cheetah is not publicly listed — contact MIT Biomimetic Robotics L for a quote.
- When was the Mini Cheetah launched?
- The Mini Cheetah was launched in 2018.
- What are the key specifications of the Mini Cheetah?
- Key specifications of the Mini Cheetah: type research platform, weight 9 kg, top speed 2.44 m/s, actuator type other, total dof 18.
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