The TORO is a Humanoid robot developed by German Aerospace Center (Germany), launched 2013. Key specifications: form factor research platform, height 174 cm, weight 76 kg, mobility bipedal.
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Overview
TORO (TOrque-controlled RObot) is an advanced humanoid robot used as a research platform to study bipedal walking and autonomous behaviors combining manipulation and locomotion. It features 25 motors in its body, self-contained design with both position and torque control modes, and a payload capacity of 10 kg. The robot stands 174 cm tall and weighs 76 kg.
Flagship features
- Active torque control in almost all joints
- 2 Inertial Measurement Units (IMU)
- 2 Force-torque sensors in the feet
- 2 Stereo cameras, 1 RGB-D camera
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Price
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Availability
Specifications
Category: Humanoid- Form factor
- research platform
- Height
- 174 cm
- Weight
- 76 kg
- Mobility
- bipedal
- Walking speed
- 0.5 m/s
- Total DOF
- 39
- DOF / arm
- 6
- DOF / hand
- 6
- Payload
- 10 kg
- Battery
- 1 h
- Onboard compute
- Two Intel Core i7 computers in torso, one Intel Core i3 computer in the head
- Sensors
- torque_sensors, imu, force_torque
- F/T sensors
- Yes
- Stair climbing
- Yes
- Terrain
- flat_indoor, mild_incline
- Programming
- Real-Time Linux-based controller software via hardware interfaces and middleware
- Maturity
- prototype
- Environments
- indoor
- Industries
- aerospace
Company profile
- Founded
- 1969
Detailed specifications
What it is built for2
- Applications
- research
- Sub Category
- torque-controlled humanoid robot
Size & capacity1
- Height Mm
- 1740
Movement & precision2
- Dof
- 39
- Max Speed M S
- 0.5
Controls & integration2
- Compatible Vision
- 2 stereo cameras,1 RGB-D camera
- Software Platform
- middleware on Real-Time Linux
Safety & certification1
- Force Limiting
- true
Buying & support1
- Availability Status
- research-only
Other details4
- Speed Kmh
- 1.8
- Working Space
- Comparable to that of humans
- Torque Sensors
- in almost all joints
- Balance Sensors
- 2
Company milestones
- Nov 2024DeploymentRollin' Justin showcases skills at Robotic Coopetition in Nancy
- Nov 2024MilestoneeuROBIN project event in France
- Nov 2024PartnershipParticipation in EU-funded euROBIN project
- Jun 2014AwardICRA 2014 Best Video Award
- Aug 2010MilestoneDLR demonstrates upper and lower body robots
- 2025MilestoneTORO shown with new perception and response capability
- 2024MilestoneAnnual funding reported
- 2024AwardRollin' Justin competes in Robotic Coopetition in Nancy
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Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the TORO?
- The TORO is developed by German Aerospace Center, based in Germany.
- What type of robot is the TORO?
- The TORO is a Humanoid robot made by German Aerospace Center.
- How much does the TORO cost?
- Pricing for the TORO is not publicly listed — contact German Aerospace Center for a quote.
- When was the TORO launched?
- The TORO was launched in 2013.
- What are the key specifications of the TORO?
- Key specifications of the TORO: form factor research platform, height 174 cm, weight 76 kg, mobility bipedal, walking speed 0.5 m/s.
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