The Robonaut 1A is a Humanoid robot developed by NASA and DARPA (United States), launched 2011. Key specifications: form factor full bipedal, weight 60 kg, mobility bipedal, walking speed 1.2 m/s.
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Overview
Robonaut 1A is a remotely operated, experimental astronaut assistant developed by NASA and DARPA to handle tools and other small objects. In 2011 NASA sent Robonaut 2 to the International Space Station. After onboard testing with Robonaut 2, a later version may go to work outside the space station. It would be operated by an astronaut who remains inside, minimizing the risk to astronauts for exterior repairs and maintenance of the station.
Flagship features
- First humanoid robot in space
- Developed through a partnership between NASA and General Motors
- Enhanced with climbing manipulators
- Designed for assisting astronauts in hazardous environments
- Utilizes advanced control, sensor, and vision technologies
Buyer decision signals
Viability
NASA begins operations
Price
Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price
Availability
Specifications
Category: Humanoid- Form factor
- full bipedal
- Weight
- 60 kg
- Mobility
- bipedal
- Walking speed
- 1.2 m/s
- Total DOF
- 14
- DOF / arm
- 7
- DOF / hand
- 5
- Payload
- 9.07 kg
- Lifting capacity
- 9.07 kg
- Battery
- 8 h
- Charge time
- 2 h
- Onboard compute
- NVIDIA Jetson Xavier
- Sensors
- high-quality camera
- LiDAR
- No
- F/T sensors
- No
- VLM on-board
- No
- Imitation learning
- No
- Bimanual
- No
- Stair climbing
- No
- Terrain
- zero gravity
- Programming
- code python,code ros,visual block
- ROS 1
- Yes
- API / SDK
- Yes
- Maturity
- commercial
- Environments
- space station
- Industries
- aerospace
- Price tier
- 150K+
- Pricing model
- purchase
- Warranty
- 1 yr
Company profile
- Founded
- 1958
Detailed specifications
What it is built for1
- Applications
- research,hazardous env
Size & capacity1
- Height Mm
- 1880
Movement & precision2
- Grip Force N
- 89.05
- Navigation Type
- vision,lidar slam
Controls & integration1
- Processing Tops
- 20
Safety & certification2
- Operating Temp
- 0°C to 40°C
- Safety Certification
- CE,ISO 10218
Buying & support1
- Availability Status
- available
Other details4
- Materials
- Stainless steel,Ortho fabric,Anodized aluminum,Carbon fiber,Sla resin,Nylon,Velcro,Nylon zipper,Spandex,Tuftech-silicone covered fabric,Armalon-Teflon coated fiberglass,Gold Kapton tape
- Dimensions
- 86.4 × 91.4 × 188 cm
- Weight Lbs
- 540
- Running Speed Ms
- 2.5
Who runs it· deployment evidence
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Add a deployment →Company milestones
- Oct 1958MilestoneNASA begins operations
- Jul 1958MilestoneNASA created by law
- —MilestoneRobonaut 1A described as experimental astronaut assistant
Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the Robonaut 1A?
- The Robonaut 1A is developed by NASA and DARPA, based in United States.
- What type of robot is the Robonaut 1A?
- The Robonaut 1A is a Humanoid robot made by NASA and DARPA.
- How much does the Robonaut 1A cost?
- Pricing for the Robonaut 1A is not publicly listed — contact NASA and DARPA for a quote.
- When was the Robonaut 1A launched?
- The Robonaut 1A was launched in 2011.
- What are the key specifications of the Robonaut 1A?
- Key specifications of the Robonaut 1A: form factor full bipedal, weight 60 kg, mobility bipedal, walking speed 1.2 m/s, total dof 14.
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