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SPLITTER

Built by University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) - RoMeLa· Launched 2025

Updated Oct 2026·methodology

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31.3/ 100

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On sale20%25/100
In use20%Not counted yet
Track record12%Not counted yet
Specs on file12%85/100
Funding12%Not counted yet
Company age8%Not counted yet
Other robots6%Not counted yet
News6%Not counted yet
Wikipedia entry4%Not counted yet
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Overview

SPLITTER is a research robot made by University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) - RoMeLa. It weighs 85 kg.

Key specs

  • Built for planetary exploration
  • Used across space exploration, planetary science and robotics research
  • Navigates using tethered jumping / inertial morphing locomotion
  • Programmed through Model Predictive Controller (MPC)

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At a glance

Named customers0No named customer yetCompanyUniversity of California Los Angeles (UCLA) - RoMeLaUniversity of California Los Angeles (UCLA) - RoMeLaList priceNot yet on fileResearch platformAvailabilityResearch only

Specifications

From the makerCheckedEstimated
2.1 m/s
85 kg
2025
Research platform

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

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Detailed specifications

What it is built for3
Applications
research,planetary science,human exploration,asteroid mining
space exploration, planetary science, robotics research
indoor
Size & capacity1
Height Mm
1500
Movement & precision3
31
Max Speed M S
2.1
tethered jumping / inertial morphing locomotion
Sensing & perception4
Yes
IMU,F/T sensors,LIDAR,webcams
Yes
Yes
Controls & integration1
Software Platform
Model Predictive Controller (MPC)
Buying & support2
Datasheet Url
Preview PDF online
Availability Status
prototype

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Company milestones(estimated)

  • 2025LaunchSPLITTER introduced for planetary exploration
  • 2004MilestoneHumanoid robotics development began
  • Not yet on fileMilestoneLaboratory focus
  • Not yet on fileMilestoneFounding director identified

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Frequently asked questions

Who makes the SPLITTER?
The SPLITTER is developed by University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) - RoMeLa.
What type of robot is the SPLITTER?
The SPLITTER is a Research robot made by University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) - RoMeLa.
How much does the SPLITTER cost?
Pricing for the SPLITTER is not publicly listed. Contact University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) - RoMeLa for a quote.
When was the SPLITTER launched?
The SPLITTER was launched in 2025.

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