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SPEEDoo

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

Robo Index

B

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4 of 10 signals present

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Weighted factors

average of the 4 scored · blanks don't count

Commercial maturity20%25/100
Deployment footprint18%unknown
Proven track record12%unknown
Spec completeness12%100/100
Company financial health12%unknown
Company maturity8%100/100
Manufacturer portfolio6%41/100
Media mentions (trailing 12 months)6%unknown
Independent recognition4%unknown
Market momentum2%unknown

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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.

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

Other5
Sub Category
surface drone
Max Speed M S
12.5
Company Country
FR
Industries Served
marine_research,water_utilities,environmental_monitoring
Additional Information
Designed by Ifremer's Dyneco unit for coastal water mass studies and phytoplankton surveillance.,Can operate in shallow waters with draft of only 10 cm.,Pilot via remote control up to 500m distance (limit for safety); actual range up to 2 km.,Position tracked continuously via smartphone.,Potential commercial market: water utilities (sanitation services), environmental consulting firms.,Prototype stage as of article date (March 2017).

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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