Shakey vs Ultra Mobile Vehicle
SRI International (formerly Stanford Research Institute) vs RAI Institute — specs, price, and data-backed comparison.

Shakey
SRI International (formerly Stanford Research Institute)
Not announced

Ultra Mobile Vehicle
RAI Institute
Not announced
SPECIFICATIONS COMPARED
| Shakey | Ultra Mobile Vehicle | |
|---|---|---|
| Company | SRI International (formerly Stanford Research Institute) | RAI Institute |
| Category | Ground | Ground |
| Price: | Not announced | Not announced |
| Weight | 72 kg | — |
| Software / AI | STRIPS (Stanford Research Institute Problem Solver) LISP Computer Vision System | Reinforcement learning (simulation-trained policies), Physics-based simulation (e.g., NVIDIA Isaac Lab), Real-time control algorithms |
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the difference between the Shakey and the Ultra Mobile Vehicle?
Shakey is made by SRI International (formerly Stanford Research Institute), while Ultra Mobile Vehicle is made by RAI Institute. Both are grounds, so the differences come down to price and specifications.
