The Momaro is a Research robot developed by University of Bonn (Germany), launched 2015, priced at $50,000 USD.
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Overview
Momaro is a mobile manipulation robot designed to carry out sensing and manipulation tasks in disaster sites and other harsh environments. It features advanced teleoperation capabilities, omnidirectional driving, hybrid driving-stepping locomotion, and dexterous manipulation. The robot competed in the DARPA Robotics Challenge, finishing in fourth place. It utilizes low-cost design principles with off-the-shelf components and 3D-printed parts.
Flagship features
- Designed specifically for the DARPA Robotics Challenge
- Achieved 4th place overall among international competitors
- Equipped with advanced manipulation capabilities and an extensive sensor suite
- Participated in research and practical applications for disaster response tasks
Buyer decision signals
Viability
Robotics Institute Germany launch
Price
Specifications
Category: Research- Speed
- 1.11 m/s
- Weight
- 58 kg
- Battery
- 1.5 h
- Autonomy
- fully autonomous
- Launch year
- 2015
- Price
- $50,000 USD
- Status
- active
Company profile
- Funding raised
- $1.6M
Detailed specifications
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- Company Country
- DE
- Additional Information
- - Designed specifically for the DARPA Robotics Challenge - Achieved 4th place overall among international competitors - Equipped with advanced manipulation capabilities and an extensive sensor suite - Participated in research and practical applications for disaster response tasks
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Company milestones
- Jul 2024MilestoneRobotics Institute Germany launch
- Jul 2024FundingRIG project funding announced
- 2016MilestoneMomaro locomotion design published
- 2015AwardFourth place at DARPA Robotics Challenge
- 2015DeploymentMomaro competes in DARPA Robotics Challenge
- —MilestoneFounding of University of Bonn
Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the Momaro?
- The Momaro is developed by University of Bonn, based in Germany.
- What type of robot is the Momaro?
- The Momaro is a Research robot made by University of Bonn.
- How much does the Momaro cost?
- The Momaro is priced $50,000 USD.
- When was the Momaro launched?
- The Momaro was launched in 2015.
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