HRP-2
The HRP-2 is a humanoid bipedal research robot developed by Kawada Robotics in collaboration with AIST, originating from a Japanese government R&D project that began in 1998. Standing 154 cm tall and weighing 58 kg with 30 degrees of freedom, the robot is capable of bipedal locomotion and self-recovery from prone positions, with operational battery life of approximately 60 minutes.
Overview and Use Cases
The HRP-2 is a humanoid bipedal research platform developed by Kawada Robotics as a subsidiary effort of Kawada Industries, in collaboration with the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST). The project originated from a Japanese government research and development initiative that commenced in 1998. The robot is designed as an experimental platform for humanoid locomotion and interaction research.
Key Capabilities
- Bipedal walking and locomotion
- Self-recovery from supine (lying on back) and prone (lying on front) positions
- 30 degrees of freedom distributed across the body structure
- Approximately 60 minutes of operational runtime per battery charge
Specifications
- Height: 154 cm
- Weight: 58 kg
- Degrees of Freedom: 30
- Battery Runtime: Approximately 60 minutes
Applications
As of late 2025, an updated version of the HRP-2 incorporating refreshed sensors, GPU processing capabilities, and updated AI software is undergoing operational trials at Kawada Construction facilities. The robot is also engaged in joint research partnerships with universities, indicating its continued use as a research and development platform for humanoid robotics experimentation.
Manufacturer
The HRP-2 is manufactured by Kawada Robotics, a subsidiary of Kawada Industries, in collaboration with AIST.
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