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SPEEDoo

Built by Ifremer

Updated Jul 2026·methodology
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The SPEEDoo is a Research robot developed by Ifremer, launched 2013.

RoboScore

36.9/ 100

Speculative — thin evidence

No confirmed deployment on record — this score reflects the rest of the record, not verified adoption.

4 of 9 signals present

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Weighted factors

average of the 4 scored · blanks don't count

Commercial maturity20%25/100
Deployment footprint20%unknown
Proven track record12%unknown
Spec completeness12%85/100
Company financial health12%unknown
Company maturity8%100/100
Manufacturer portfolio6%41/100
Media mentions (trailing 12 months)6%unknown
Independent recognition4%unknown

Not in the Research standing. The standings cover robots first sold from 2020 onward, and this one launched in 2013. Its Robo Score above is unaffected — the score is the evidence, the standing is only who it is listed against.

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Overview

SPEEDoo is a research robot manufactured by IFREMER. SPEEDoo is a robotics product sourced from the Wikidata open knowledge base.

At a glance

  • Built for sample handling
  • Used across marine research, water utilities and environmental monitoring
  • Navigates using GPS
  • Sold in France

Buyer decision signals

Viability

est. 1984

First dives of Ulyx documented by Ifremer

Price

Research platform

Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price

Specifications

Category: Research
Speed
12.5 m/s
Weight
15 kg
Launch year
2013
Price
Research platform

Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price

Status
active
VerifiedSelf-reportedEstimated

Company profile

Founded
1984

Detailed specifications

What it is built for2
Sub Category
surface drone
Industries Served
marine research,water utilities,environmental monitoring
Movement & precision1
Max Speed M S
12.5

Who runs it· deployment evidence

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Company milestones

  • Jan 2022DeploymentFirst dives of Ulyx documented by Ifremer
  • 2022MilestoneUlyx and DriX first joint mission
  • 2022DeploymentIfremer first operational use of Ulyx
  • 2022LaunchUlyx enters service for ocean sciences
  • 2020FundingEquity interest in Forssea Robotics
  • 2013DeploymentWRSC 2013 participation in Brest
  • 1985PartnershipPartnered with Robert Ballard
  • 1984MilestoneFounded

Frequently asked questions

Who makes the SPEEDoo?
The SPEEDoo is developed by Ifremer.
What type of robot is the SPEEDoo?
The SPEEDoo is a Research robot made by Ifremer.
How much does the SPEEDoo cost?
Pricing for the SPEEDoo is not publicly listed — contact Ifremer for a quote.
When was the SPEEDoo launched?
The SPEEDoo was launched in 2013.

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