Lynx by Deep Robotics
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Lynx

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by Deep Robotics

China

Released: 2024 (Global rollout 2025)

💰 USD 17,999 (Standard Lynx) / 50,000+ (M20 Industrial Series)

The Lynx is a compact wheel-leg hybrid quadruped robot designed for exceptional terrain adaptability and embodied AI capabilities, targeting industrial, research, defense, and field operations. It features ultra-wide joint movement ranges, enabling seamless switching between configurations like front-elbow rear-knee for tight spaces and full-elbow for stair climbing, navigating corridors as narrow as 50 cm. Key capabilities include omnidirectional obstacle avoidance, 360° point-cloud mapping via dual 96-line LiDARs, high-speed mobility up to 5 m/s (lab-tested, 2 m/s operational), slope handling up to 45°, continuous stair climbing to 25 cm, and single-step overcoming up to 80 cm. With IP66 protection, operation from -20°C to 55°C, hot-swappable batteries for 3 hours unloaded endurance (15 km range) or 2.5 hours loaded (12 km), and modular expansion ports, it supports payloads up to 15 kg (max load 50 kg). Powered by dual octa-core processors, wide-angle cameras, and OTA updates, Lynx excels in challenging environments like tunnels, pipelines, and off-road terrains, replacing humans in high-risk tasks while ensuring efficiency, safety, and scalability.

5 m/s (Wheeled mode, extreme test); 2 m/s (Standard working speed) m/s
Max Speed
16 (12 for legs + 4 for powered wheels)
Total DOF
180 min
Runtime
15 kg
Max Payload

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Full Specifications

Body Length820 mm
Standing Height570 mm – 600 mm mm
Body Width430 mm – 500 mm mm
Weight33 kg (Including batteries) kg
Number of Legs4 (Each with a 7-inch motorized wheel)
Total DOF16 (12 for legs + 4 for powered wheels)
DOF Per Leg4 (Hip, Thigh, Knee + Wheel)
MaterialsHigh-strength aluminum alloy and carbon fiber composites
Supported Gaitstrot, walk, stair-climbing, slopes, wheel-leg hybrid motion
Max Speed5 m/s (Wheeled mode, extreme test); 2 m/s (Standard working speed) m/s
Max Climb Angle45°
Vertical LeapN/A (Focus on step climbing and rolling) m
Max Step Height80 cm (Single vertical step) / 25 cm (Continuous stairs) cm
Terrain Capabilitiesstairs, gravel, grass, sand, slopes, wet surfaces, tight spaces, tunnels

Other Notable Features

Wheel-leg hybrid design, hot-swappable batteries, OTA upgrades, modular expansion ports, front/rear bidirectional lighting

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Lynx is a wheel-legged quadruped robot developed by Deep Robotics. According to the manufacturer, it addresses challenges in search and rescue, inspection, and exploration by combining wheeled speed with legged stability for complex terrains.

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

Lynx features a wheel-leg hybrid design for dual-mode locomotion, high-resolution cameras, LiDAR for mapping, and IP54 protection. It supports hot-swappable batteries and is designed for all-weather operation in demanding environments.

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

Lynx targets emergency response teams, inspection personnel, and researchers. Industries including energy sector inspections, search and rescue, and exploration benefit from its terrain adaptability and sensor integration.

Q4. Is Lynx a commercial product or a research prototype?

Lynx is presented as a commercial product by Deep Robotics, with features like app support, OTA updates, and a one-year warranty. It inherits the company's embodied AI expertise for industry applications.

Q5. Is Lynx currently available for purchase?

According to Deep Robotics, Lynx is offered as a product with specifications listed on their site. Availability details are provided through their official channels for potential customers.

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

Lynx navigates steep slopes, obstacles, and unstructured terrains using AI motion control and sensors. Demonstrations show it handling woodland, inclines, and steps in low-light or confined spaces.

Q7. When was Lynx announced or officially launched?

Deep Robotics launched Lynx as part of their wheel-legged robot series, with public demonstrations and product pages appearing in recent industry coverage. Specific launch dates are not detailed in available announcements.

Q8. How does Lynx compare to other quadruped robot dogs?

Unlike traditional foot-based quadrupeds, Lynx uses wheels for enhanced speed and fluidity while retaining legged versatility. It aims to balance mobility advantages of both systems for tasks like inspection.

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

Lynx builds on Deep Robotics' AI+ initiative with app support, OTA updates, and image transmission via Wi-Fi. The manufacturer indicates customized adaptations for embodied intelligence applications.

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

Deep Robotics has announced plans to expand Lynx applications in energy inspections and AI enhancements. The company aims to improve sensor integrations and mission efficiency through ongoing developments.