The Pneuborn is a Research robot developed by Osaka University (Japan), launched 2009.
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Overview
Pneuborn is a robotic infant simulator that focuses on the development of musculoskeletal systems. It can teach itself to crawl, sit, and stand using pattern generators and learning algorithms. The robot is powered by pneumatic artificial muscles and is designed based on the structure of a real human infant, equipped with a robust pneumatic musculoskeletal system.
Flagship features
- Designed to resemble a 7-month-old infant for biomechanical research
- Focus on musculoskeletal system and motor development studies
- Part of the Pneuborn series at Osaka University's Hosoda Laboratory
- Primarily used in academic research settings
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Viability
Second-generation Affetto coverage expands
Availability
Specifications
Category: Research- Weight
- 6.4 kg
- Autonomy
- semi-autonomous
- Launch year
- 2009
- Price
- Contact for quote
- Status
- active
Detailed specifications
Motion & kinematics2
- Dof Total
- 26
- Dof Per Arm
- 11
Sensors1
- Sensor Suite
- external motion capture system
Compute1
- Onboard Compute
- Renesas H8-3069 microcontroller
Other19
- Height Mm
- 800
- Applications
- research
- Sub Category
- bipedal
- Datasheet Url
- View Link
- Mobility Type
- bipedal
- Model Variants
- Pneuborn-7II,Pneuborn-13
- Company Country
- Japan
- Humanoid Subtype
- research_platform
- Country Of Origin
- JPN
- Industries Served
- research_academic
- Is Research Grade
- true
- Software Platform
- Custom software in C/C++ using Renesas H8-3069 microcontroller[1].
- Target Industries
- research_academic
- Availability Status
- research-only
- Countries Available
- Japan[1].
- Deployment Maturity
- prototype
- Primary Applications
- research_development
- Additional Information
- - Designed to resemble a 7-month-old infant for biomechanical research - Focus on musculoskeletal system and motor development studies - Part of the Pneuborn series at Osaka University's Hosoda Laboratory - Primarily used in academic research settings
- Deployment Environment
- indoor
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Company milestones
- 2018MilestoneSecond-generation Affetto coverage expands
- 2011MilestonePneuborn-7II and Pneuborn-13 unveiled
- 2011MilestoneAffetto described as a realistic robot baby
- 2011MilestoneAffetto introduced at Osaka University
- 2006LaunchCB2 child robot introduced
- —LaunchActroid created
- —MilestoneOfficial founding
- —MilestoneHistorical roots
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Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the Pneuborn?
- The Pneuborn is developed by Osaka University, based in Japan.
- What type of robot is the Pneuborn?
- The Pneuborn is a Research robot made by Osaka University.
- How much does the Pneuborn cost?
- Pricing for the Pneuborn is not publicly listed — contact Osaka University for a quote.
- When was the Pneuborn launched?
- The Pneuborn was launched in 2009.
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