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Snake Robot

Built by Technion – Israel Institute of Technology· Launched 2015

Updated Oct 2026·methodology

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39.5/ 100

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On sale20%25/100
In use20%60/100
Track record12%Not counted yet
Specs on file12%90/100
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Company age8%Not counted yet
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Overview

Snake Robot is a research robot manufactured by Technion – Israel Institute of Technology, first introduced in 2015. Hyper redundant snake robot

Key specs

  • Built for military, search/rescue and medical
  • Used across military, medical and search and rescue
  • Programmed through remote controlled
  • Public API for integration
  • Compatible with ROS
  • Certified to ISO 10218 1 and ISO/TS 15066

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At a glance

Named customers0No named customer yetCompanyTechnion – Israel Institute of TechnologyTechnion – Israel Institute of TechnologyList priceNot yet on fileResearch platformAvailabilityResearch onlyWarranty 1 yr

Specifications

From the makerCheckedEstimated
5 kg
850 mm
1 m/s
20.6 kg
2015
Research platform

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Detailed specifications

What it is built for4
Applications
surgical assistance,security patrol,package delivery
hyper-redundant snake robot
removal of a tumour,cardiac cauterization,internal suturing
military,medical,search and rescue
Movement & precision3
4
Max Speed M S
1
0.03
Sensing & perception3
camera,microphone,sensors along the body
Yes
Yes
Controls & integration8
Yes
Yes
Setup Time Hours
2
Compatible Vision
Universal Robots UR+ vision cameras,Realsense D415,Zivid 3D
Software Platform
PolyScope
Training Required
basic_<1day
Compatible Grippers
Robotiq 2F-85,OnRobot RG2,Schunk PG70
teach pendant,drag and drop,code python,code ros
Safety & certification3
Yes
0–50°C
ISO 10218-1,ISO/TS 15066,CE,UL 1740
Buying & support8
20-40K
purchase
Model Variants
HARP,CardioARM,USAR robot
1
Lead Time Weeks
2
Deployment Count
50000
Availability Status
research-only
Countries Available
North America,Europe,Asia Pacific,South America,Middle East,Africa
Other details1
Teleoperation Supported
Yes

Who uses it

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Company milestones(estimated)

  • 2017DeploymentSnake robot deployed after Mexico City earthquake
  • Not yet on fileMilestoneTechnion snake robot presented for rescue use
  • Not yet on fileDeploymentTested by Israel Defense Forces

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Frequently asked questions

Who makes the Snake Robot?
The Snake Robot is developed by Technion – Israel Institute of Technology.
What type of robot is the Snake Robot?
The Snake Robot is a Research robot made by Technion – Israel Institute of Technology.
How much does the Snake Robot cost?
Pricing for the Snake Robot is not publicly listed. Contact Technion – Israel Institute of Technology for a quote.
When was the Snake Robot launched?
The Snake Robot was launched in 2015.

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