ANYmal X
ANYmal X is a quadruped inspection robot developed by ANYbotics for autonomous industrial inspection in hazardous and explosive environments. It is the world's first Ex-certified legged robot with ATEX/IECEx Zone 1 approval, with market availability targeted for 2026.
Overview and Use Cases
ANYmal X is a quadruped robot engineered for autonomous inspection missions in industrial settings with explosive atmospheres and hazardous conditions. The system is designed to execute fully autonomous inspection workflows, including navigation across stairs, multiple floors, and uneven terrain without direct human operation of individual tasks.
Key Capabilities
- Certification: First legged robot certified to ATEX/IECEx Zone 1 standards for explosive environments
- Autonomous Navigation: Capable of navigating complex indoor and outdoor terrain independently
- Environmental Adaptation: Operates across varied surfaces including stairs and multiple floor levels
- Sensor Integration: Carries integrated multi-modal sensor suite for comprehensive site assessment
Specifications
Sensor Suite:
- Thermal imaging camera
- Acoustic imaging system with 64 microphones
- Gas detection sensors
- LiDAR
- Visual cameras
Mobility:
- Navigation speed: Up to 2 m/s over parkour obstacles
- Alternative mobility specifications: Up to 2.5 m/s linear velocity and 3.0 rad/s angular velocity on diverse terrains
Applications
ANYmal X is deployed for autonomous inspection in industrial and infrastructure sectors. Notable deployments of the broader ANYmal family include operations at:
- Equinor
- BASF
- ENI
- Petrobras
- Northern Lights CCS
Over 200 units of the broader ANYmal family have been shipped to various industrial customers.
Manufacturer
ANYmal X is developed by ANYbotics, founded in 2016 as a spin-out from ETH Zurich, with headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland. The company has raised over $150 million in total funding.
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