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ANYmal X

OOB Verified Review & Specs

by ANYbotics

Switzerland

Released: 2022

💰 USD 150,000 – 250,000

ANYmal X is the world's first Ex-proof legged inspection robot, certified for safe operation in hazardous and potentially explosive environments up to Zone 1, including ATEX/IECEx certification. Designed by ANYbotics for industrial applications like oil & gas and chemical industries, it automates routine inspections to enhance safety and operational efficiency by reducing human exposure to dangerous areas. Key capabilities include exceptional mobility with AI-based navigation for climbing steep stairs, traversing narrow spaces (600mm), slippery, rocky, wet surfaces, and slopes up to ±30°. It features super-human senses with 360° LiDAR for mapping and obstacle avoidance up to 100m, depth cameras for near-field detection within 2m, pan-tilt inspection payload with 20x zoom camera, thermal camera (-10° to +400°C), spotlight, microphone, and optional gas sensors for detecting combustible and toxic gases. The rugged, impact-protected design is IP67 dust- and waterproof, supports autonomous operation with docking stations for recharging, and includes safety features like emergency stop, FCC/CE compliance, and safety handles. ANYmal X self-navigates facilities, remembers tasks, and performs precise inspections in complex, dynamic terrains, enabling fully autonomous missions in all weather conditions.

1.0 m/s (Recommended 0.5 m/s for safety in Zone 1) m/s
Max Speed
12 (Ex-proof ANYdrive series elastic actuators)
Total DOF
60–120 minutes (Load and terrain dependent) min
Runtime
10–15 kg (Configurable) kg
Max Payload
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What Can ANYmal X Do?

Core operational tasks and activities demonstrated or performed by ANYmal X.

Autonomous task execution
High→
Carrying and transport
High→
Collaborative work
High→
Inspection
High→
Maintenance
High→
Navigation
High→
Obstacle traversal
High→
Repetitive physical tasks
High→
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Real-World Applications of ANYmal X

Industries, working environments, and deployment suitability for ANYmal X.

Construction
High→
Dangerous or high-risk work
High→
Hazardous environments
High→
Industrial automation
High→
Inspection and quality control
High→
Manufacturing
High→
Research and development
High→
Security and surveillance
High→
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ANYmal X Capabilities

Inherent physical, perceptual, and cognitive abilities built into ANYmal X.

Adaptation
High→
Autonomous task execution
High→
Balance and stability
High→
Learning
High→
Navigation
High→
Obstacle avoidance
High→
Perception
High→
Running
High→
Spatial awareness
High→
Stair climbing
High→
Task planning
High→
Terrain traversal
High→
Walking
High→

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Full Specifications

Body Length930 mm mm
Standing Height872 mm (Walking) / 440 mm (Crouching) mm
Body Width651 mm mm
Weight60.1 kg (Includes inspection payload and gas sensors) kg
Number of Legs4
Total DOF12 (Ex-proof ANYdrive series elastic actuators)
DOF Per Leg3
MaterialsHigh-strength aluminum and carbon fiber with specialized Ex-proof seals
Supported Gaitstrot, walk, stair-climbing, crawl
Max Speed1.0 m/s (Recommended 0.5 m/s for safety in Zone 1) m/s
Max Climb Angle45° (Stairs); ±30° (Slopes°
Vertical LeapN/A (Optimized for stable climbing rather than jumping) m
Max Step Height25 cm cm
Terrain Capabilitiesstairs, gravel, grass, sand, slopes, wet surfaces, slippery surfaces, rocky surfaces, narrow spaces, grated stairs

Other Notable Features

Pan-tilt inspection payload, optional gas sensing, autonomous docking station (IP65, 1.4kg), safety handles

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ANYmal is a versatile quadruped robot developed by ANYbotics for autonomous inspection and monitoring in challenging industrial environments. Its legged design and AI-based mobility software enable unprecedented performance, including dynamic running, safe climbing over obstacles and stairs, and navigation through narrow corridors, rough terrain, rocky surfaces, slippery areas, and wet conditions. Equipped with advanced sensors like LiDAR for long-range mapping up to 100m, depth cameras for near-field obstacle detection within 2m, stereo cameras, IMU, microphones, thermal cameras, and optional gas sensors, ANYmal performs visual, thermal, acoustic, and gas measurements. It supports fully autonomous operation with SLAM for mapping and path planning, even offline, and can recharge via docking stations. Ruggedized with IP67 protection, it carries up to 10kg payload, making it ideal for energy, construction, and data centers where it conducts scheduled missions, detects anomalies like hotspots or vibrations, and enhances safety by reducing human exposure to hazards.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Q1. What is the robot dog ANYmal X, and what problem does it solve?

ANYmal X is a quadrupedal inspection robot designed by ANYbotics for autonomous operation in hazardous and potentially explosive environments. It addresses the need for safe, remote inspection capabilities in facilities where human presence poses significant risk, particularly in oil and gas and chemical industries.

Q2. What are the main capabilities and key features of ANYmal X?

ANYmal X features autonomous navigation with AI-based mobility software, obstacle avoidance, high-resolution sensors including depth cameras and lidar, thermal imaging capabilities, and the ability to traverse steep terrain including stairs and narrow corridors. The robot can operate without internet connectivity and includes autonomous path planning and collision avoidance.

Q3. Who is ANYmal X built for, and which industries benefit from it?

ANYmal X is designed for industrial inspection applications, particularly in the oil and gas and chemical sectors. Organizations requiring remote inspection of complex facilities, multi-story structures, and hazardous environments represent the primary user base.

Q4. Is ANYmal X a commercial product or a research prototype?

ANYmal X is a commercial product developed by ANYbotics, a company specializing in autonomous robotic inspection solutions. It represents a production-ready system rather than a research prototype.

Q5. Is ANYmal X currently available for purchase?

According to available information, ANYmal X is offered as a commercial inspection solution. Specific purchasing details and availability should be confirmed directly with ANYbotics.

Q6. How does ANYmal X perform in real-world environments and rough terrain?

ANYmal X is designed to navigate complex and dynamic environments, including rocky, slippery, and wet surfaces. The robot can climb steep stairs, traverse narrow corridors, and handle slopes up to 30 degrees, with obstacle avoidance capabilities supporting operation in challenging field conditions.

Q7. When was ANYmal X announced or officially launched?

ANYmal X was announced in March 2022 as an extension of ANYbotics' robotic inspection platform, specifically designed and certified for operation in hazardous and potentially explosive environments.

Q8. How does ANYmal X compare to other quadruped robot dogs?

ANYmal X is distinguished by its explosion-proof certification for Zone 1 hazardous environments, making it the only legged inspection robot with such certification according to the manufacturer. This specialization differentiates it from general-purpose quadruped platforms.

Q9. Does ANYmal X support third-party software development or SDKs?

ANYmal X includes an API that enables integration with customer systems for data upload and mission management. The platform supports autonomous mission planning and sensor data streaming, though specific SDK details should be obtained from ANYbotics documentation.

Q10. What is the future roadmap or planned upgrades for ANYmal X?

Specific future roadmap details are not publicly documented in available sources. ANYbotics continues to develop its robotic inspection platform, but announced plans for ANYmal X upgrades should be confirmed through official company communications.