Key Functions:​

• Advanced mobility — Can climb stairs and run, reaching speeds up to 3.5 m/s​

• Rough terrain movement — Travels over uneven and challenging surfaces​

• Autonomous navigation — Detects obstacles and plans safe routes on its own​

• Custom development — Supports user programming and tailored software applications​

• Control options — Can be operated by controller, mobile app, or fully autonomous mode​

Background:​

• Developed by Unitree Robotics, based in China​

• Released in Early 2023 as an affordable quadruped robot​

Statistics:​

• Battery Life       1-2 hours or 4 hours endurance battery​

• Charging Time      2 hours​

• Dimensions       76x31x20cm and 15kg​

• Guide Price:      £12,000+​

Projects/Use-Cases:​

• Inspection and Security - navigating uneven ground to monitor infrastructure integrity and read sensor values​

• Scouting - Potential Search and Rescue Project for NHS Ambulance​

• Research and Development – Programmable through ROS2​