Robotics at JPL .
RoboSimian
Robot Statistics
Mass
125Kilograms
Height
1.2Meters
Speed
0.15m/s
Status
Completed (since 2015)Potential Destinations
EarthAnimal Analog: Gorilla
About RoboSimian
RoboSimian is designed to traverse complicated terrain and perform dexterous tasks. This simian-inspired robot was built in response to a Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) challenge to advance the use of robots in disaster situations.
Sensors
3D Awareness
This robot features seven sets of stereo cameras for seeing and four limbs for maneuvering and manipulation. RoboSimian also features a LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) device for mapping its environment in 3D.