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“SpotMini autonomously navigates a specified route through an office and lab facility. Before the test, the robot is manually driven through the space so it can build a map of the space using visual data from cameras mounted on the front, back and sides of the robot. During the autonomous run, SpotMini uses data from the cameras to localize itself in the map and to detect and avoid obstacles. Once the operator presses ‘GO’ at the beginning of the video, the robot is on its own. Total walk time for this route is just over 6 minutes. “

Credits Video: Boston Dynamics

SpotMini concept is a likely candidate for future planetary exploration missions. I predict Mars Rover 2030 mission will borrow a lot from the SpotMini design.

~ dj

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Video credit: Boston Dynamics

Boston Dynamics released a teaser video with SpotMini, their new small four-legged robot, and the quietest robot they designed and built. SpotMini weighs 25 kg, it is all-electric, and has a 90 minute range. The navigation is supported by stereo cameras, depth cameras, an IMU, and position/force sensors in the limbs. SpotMini has the ability to maintain balance and negotiate rough terrain.

Video credit: Boston Dynamics