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Robear

Built by RIKEN · Japan· Launched 2009

Updated Oct 2026·methodology

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56.7/ 100

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CheckWeightScore
On sale20%75/100
In use20%Not counted yet
Track record12%70/100
Specs on file12%86/100
Funding12%Not counted yet
Company age8%Not counted yet
Other robots6%Not counted yet
News6%Not counted yet
Wikipedia entry4%Not counted yet

Overview

Robear is a humanoid robot, first introduced in 2009. Nursing robot Robear is a robotics product sourced from the Wikidata open knowledge base.

Flagship features

  • Third iteration of Riken's caregiver robotics project
  • Continual technology improvements are being made by Riken and its partners

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Specifications

From the makerCheckedEstimated
40 kg
140.6 kg
2009
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Detailed specifications

What it is built for8
Applications
eldercare assistance
anthropomorphic torso
static
anthropomorphic torso
healthcare
Target Industries
healthcare
Primary Applications
healthcare assist
indoor
Size & capacity4
46
Height Mm
368
Payload Per Arm
No
100
Movement & precision1
6
Sensing & perception3
torque sensors,Smart Rubber capacitance-type tactile sensors
Yes
Yes
Safety & certification1
Independently tested to meet all relevant toy safety standards in the USA, Europe and Australia.
Buying & support9
150K+
Datasheet Url
Preview PDF online
purchase
Model Variants
RIBA,RIBA-II,RI-MAN
Price Currency
EUR
Country Of Origin
JPN
Is Research Grade
Yes
Availability Status
research-only
prototype
Other details1
Payload Peak Kg
100

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Company milestones(estimated)

  • Feb 2015LaunchROBEAR announced as an experimental nursing care robot
  • 1993MilestoneRobotics laboratory established
  • Mar 1917MilestoneFounded

Frequently asked questions

Who makes the Robear?
The Robear is developed by RIKEN, based in Japan.
What type of robot is the Robear?
The Robear is a Research robot made by RIKEN.
How much does the Robear cost?
Pricing for the Robear is not publicly listed. Contact RIKEN for a quote.
When was the Robear launched?
The Robear was launched in 2009.

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