DESCRIPTION
Jaco is Kinova's assistive robotic arm, and the product the company is best known for. It mounts on a motorised wheelchair and is driven from the chair's own controls - joystick, head array, sip-and-puff, or almost any other interface the user already has - so it adds capability without adding a second thing to learn. In most fittings it adds no width to the chair, which matters for getting through doorways. The arm reproduces sixteen distinct shoulder, elbow and wrist movements, giving it the range to pick up keys or a glass, open doors, press light switches and let the user eat unaided. It carries 1.6 kg continuously over a 900 mm reach, weighs 5.2 kg, and draws about 25 W from the chair. The Jaco Blue universal interface adds Bluetooth, powered USB and analog DB9 connections alongside the legacy connector. Kinova's stated aim is user autonomy - the people around them spend less time on routine assistance and more on care.
FEATURES
- Mounts directly on a motorised wheelchair
- Driven from the chair's existing joystick, head array or sip-and-puff control
- Reproduces sixteen shoulder, elbow and wrist movements
- 1.6 kg continuous payload
- 900 mm maximum reach, 5.2 kg weight
- Approximately 25 W power consumption
- Adds no width to the chair in most fittings
- Jaco Blue universal interface - Bluetooth, powered USB, analog DB9
- Three-finger gripper for everyday objects
- Supports independent eating, drinking and door opening
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Verified| Physical | |
| Weight | 5.2 kg |
|---|---|
| Payload | 1.6 kg |
| Reach | 900 mm |
| Mobility | |
| Movement Type | Stationary |
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Verified| Physical | |
| Weight | 5.2 kg |
|---|---|
| Payload | 1.6 kg |
| Reach | 900 mm |
| Mobility | |
| Movement Type | Stationary |
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What is the Jaco?
Jaco is Kinova's assistive robotic arm, and the product the company is best known for. It mounts on a motorised wheelchair and is driven from the chair's own controls - joystick, head array, sip-and-puff, or almost any other interface the user already has - so it adds capability without adding a second thing to learn.
Who makes the Jaco?
The Jaco is made by Kinova, a robotics company based in Canada.
How much does the Jaco cost?
Kinova has not publicly announced pricing for the Jaco. You can enquire through RobotAIGeek for current pricing.
What is the Jaco used for?
The Jaco is designed for helping. It is used in healthcare settings.
What is the payload capacity of the Jaco?
The Jaco has a payload capacity of 1.6 kg and a reach of 900 mm.
How much does the Jaco weigh?
The Jaco weighs 5.2 kg.
When was the Jaco released?
The Jaco was released in 2009.
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