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The R1 Tour Guide Robot is a Hospitality robot developed by Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia, Ericsson Telecomunicazioni, launched 2024. Key specifications: type concierge, payload 1.5 kg, languages it, en, elevator api No.

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Commercial maturity20%80/100
Deployment footprint18%unknown
Proven track record12%unknown
Spec completeness12%100/100
Company financial health12%unknown
Company maturity8%100/100
Manufacturer portfolio6%unknown
Media mentions (trailing 12 months)6%unknown
Independent recognition4%unknown
Market momentum2%45/100

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Overview

The R1 is a tour guide robot designed for museum settings, combining a humanoid torso and head with a wheeled base. It utilizes a 5G network to enhance its capabilities in autonomous navigation, human-robot interaction, and remote processing. The robot is equipped with a variety of sensors to navigate spaces, provide information, and interact with museum visitors in a natural and engaging manner.

Flagship features

  • Affordable service humanoid robot meant for cooperative tasks
  • Height adjustable from 1.15m to 1.45m
  • Compact design for navigation in tight spaces
  • Multi-functional arms with torque control capabilities
  • Advanced human-robot interaction sensors
  • Potential for mass production which may lower costs further

Buyer decision signals

Viability

est. 2003

Availability

available

Specifications

Category: Hospitality
Type
concierge
Payload
1.5 kg
Languages
it, en
Elevator API
No
Elevator protocol
none
Navigation
slam natural
Runtime
≤ 1 h
Pricing model
unknown
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Company profile

Founded
2003

Detailed specifications

Motion & kinematics4
Hand Dof
4
Dof Total
18
Dof Per Arm
8
Dof Per Hand
4
Sensors1
Sensor Suite
laser_range_finder,RGB-D camera,IMU
Compute2
Ros Compatible
true
Onboard Compute
NVIDIA Jetson Xavier AGX
Other12
Height Mm
1300
Applications
museum_guide
Api Available
true
Datasheet Url
Preview PDF online
Company Country
IT
Deployment Notes
The robot was trialed in two museums in Turin, Italy: GAM and Palazzo Madama. Each venue hosted the robot for a week during opening hours, providing guided tours ranging from 20 to 45 minutes.
Industries Served
cultural,education
Availability Status
available
Navigation Components
Remote server for navigation assistance, on-board LIDAR for obstacle detection
Programming Interface
code_python,code_ros
Additional Information
- Affordable service humanoid robot meant for cooperative tasks - Height adjustable from 1.15m to 1.45m - Compact design for navigation in tight spaces - Multi-functional arms with torque control capabilities - Advanced human-robot interaction sensors - Potential for mass production which may lower costs further
Deployment Environment
indoor

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Frequently asked questions

Who makes the R1 Tour Guide Robot?
The R1 Tour Guide Robot is developed by Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia, Ericsson Telecomunicazioni.
What type of robot is the R1 Tour Guide Robot?
The R1 Tour Guide Robot is a Hospitality robot made by Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia, Ericsson Telecomunicazioni.
How much does the R1 Tour Guide Robot cost?
Pricing for the R1 Tour Guide Robot is not publicly listed — contact Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia, Ericsson Telecomunicazioni for a quote.
When was the R1 Tour Guide Robot launched?
The R1 Tour Guide Robot was launched in 2024.
What are the key specifications of the R1 Tour Guide Robot?
Key specifications of the R1 Tour Guide Robot: type concierge, payload 1.5 kg, languages it, en, elevator api No, elevator protocol none.

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