DESCRIPTION
ASIMO is a legacy humanoid robot developed by Honda, symbolizing early innovation in autonomous mobility and human-robot interaction. First unveiled in 2000, ASIMO demonstrated bipedal walking, obstacle avoidance, and voice recognition, influencing future humanoid research. ASIMO was designed to operate in human-centric environments, performing navigation, assistance, and interaction tasks that traditionally require human movement. Its development reflects a broader industry shift toward general-purpose robotics, where adaptability, learning capability, and safe human interaction are prioritized over rigid automation. Honda retired it in 2022. After 20+ years, Honda redirected ASIMO's research into walking-assist devices, agricultural robots, and rehab tech with real commercial demand. Its job of proving humanoid robotics was possible was done.
FEATURES
- Bipedal stability
- perception
- running
- stair climbing
- object recognition
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Physical | |
| Weight | 48 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | H 1.3 m |
| Materials | Aluminum and plastics |
| Mobility | |
| Movement Type | Bipedal |
| Speed | 9 km/h |
| Power | |
| Battery Life | ~1–2 hours |
| Charging Type | Wired |
| Charging Time | ~3 hours |
| Sensing & Compute | |
| Sensors | Camera vision, force sensors |
| Connectivity | Internal research systems |
| Software / AI | Custom Honda robotics OS |
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Physical | |
| Weight | 48 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | H 1.3 m |
| Materials | Aluminum and plastics |
| Mobility | |
| Movement Type | Bipedal |
| Speed | 9 km/h |
| Power | |
| Battery Life | ~1–2 hours |
| Charging Type | Wired |
| Charging Time | ~3 hours |
| Sensing & Compute | |
| Sensors | Camera vision, force sensors |
| Connectivity | Internal research systems |
| Software / AI | Custom Honda robotics OS |
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What is the ASIMO?
ASIMO is a legacy humanoid robot developed by Honda, symbolizing early innovation in autonomous mobility and human-robot interaction. First unveiled in 2000, ASIMO demonstrated bipedal walking, obstacle avoidance, and voice recognition, influencing future humanoid research.
Who makes the ASIMO?
The ASIMO is made by Honda Robotics, a robotics company based in Japan.
How much does the ASIMO cost?
Honda Robotics has not publicly announced pricing for the ASIMO. You can enquire through RobotAIGeek for current pricing.
What is the ASIMO used for?
The ASIMO is designed for entertainment and research. It is used in research settings.
How much does the ASIMO weigh?
The ASIMO weighs 48 kg.
How fast is the ASIMO?
The ASIMO can move at speeds of up to 9 km/h.
What is the battery life of the ASIMO?
The ASIMO runs for ~1–2 hours on a charge. It takes ~3 hours to charge.
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