Unitree Go1 by Unitree Robotics
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Unitree Go1

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by Unitree Robotics

China

Released: 2021

πŸ’° USD 2,700 (Air) / 3,500 (Pro) / 8,500 (Edu)

The Unitree Go1 is a high-performance quadruped robot dog designed for versatile applications including research, education, inspection, entertainment, and companionship. It features advanced capabilities such as a maximum speed of 3.7 m/s (with records up to 4.7 m/s), intelligent side-following system using patented wireless vector positioning for safe human-robot interaction, super sensory system with RGBD cameras, ultrasonic sensors, and optional LiDAR for obstacle avoidance and navigation. Powered by a built-in AI module with 16-core CPU and 384-core GPU delivering 1.5 TFLOPS, it supports autonomous behaviors like following, jumping, stair climbing, and dynamic obstacle avoidance. The lightweight 12 kg body with 12 degrees of freedom (3 DOF per leg) uses high-torque, low-noise servo motors with heat pipe cooling, enabling robust performance on various terrains including slopes up to 35 degrees. Target markets include academia for R&D, industrial inspection, security patrolling, and consumer entertainment, with EDU and Pro versions offering extensive interfaces like Jetson Nano compute, 4G/5G, ROS support, and secondary development SDK.

3.7 m/s
Max Speed
12
Total DOF
60-120 min
Runtime
5 kg
Max Payload

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Full Specifications

Body Length645 mm
Standing Height400 mm
Body Width280 mm
Weight12 kg
Number of Legs4
Total DOF12
DOF Per Leg3
Materialsaluminum alloys, engineering plastics
Supported Gaitstrot, walk, gallop, jump, stair-climbing, sideways motion
Max Speed3.7 m/s
Max Climb Angle35Β°
Vertical Leap0.5 m m
Max Step Height12 cm cm
Terrain Capabilitiesstairs, gravel, grass, slopes, obstacles

Other Notable Features

64-color LED ambient light, heat pipe cooling in knee joints, 5V/12V/19V power outputs, jumping from 1m height without damage

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Q1. What is the robot dog Unitree Go1, and what problem does it solve?

Unitree Go1 is a quadruped robot developed by Unitree Robotics as a bionic companion. According to the manufacturer, it addresses challenges in human-robot interaction and mobility in complex environments through side-following and sensory systems.

Q2. What are the main capabilities and key features of Unitree Go1?

Unitree Go1 features intelligent side-following, super sensory system with depth cameras and ultrasonic sensors, and built-in AI processing. The manufacturer states it supports human recognition, object avoidance, and secondary development interfaces.

Q3. Who is Unitree Go1 built for, and which industries benefit from it?

Unitree Go1 targets consumers, researchers, and educators. According to Unitree Robotics, it serves research, teaching, inspection, and logistics applications.

Q4. Is Unitree Go1 a commercial product or a research prototype?

Unitree Go1 is a commercial product offered in variants like Pro, Edu, and Air. The manufacturer provides it for purchase with research-oriented features such as APIs.

Q5. Is Unitree Go1 currently available for purchase?

Yes, Unitree Go1 is available for purchase through authorized retailers and the manufacturer's website in models including EDU and Air variants.

Q6. How does Unitree Go1 perform in real-world environments and rough terrain?

Unitree Go1 is designed with flexible buffering and foot force sensors for stability. According to Unitree Robotics, it handles impacts from heights up to 1.5 meters and operates on slopes.

Q7. When was Unitree Go1 announced or officially launched?

Unitree Go1 was announced by Unitree Robotics in 2021 as the first consumer-grade bionic quadruped robot.

Q8. How does Unitree Go1 compare to other quadruped robot dogs?

Unitree Go1 emphasizes side-following and AI integration compared to peers focused on speed or payload. The manufacturer positions it for companion and research use with modular interfaces.

Q9. Does Unitree Go1 support third-party software development or SDKs?

Yes, Unitree Go1 supports secondary development via high-level and low-level APIs, Python, C++, and research programming interfaces, as stated by the manufacturer.

Q10. What is the future roadmap or planned upgrades for Unitree Go1?

Unitree Robotics has announced plans for enhancements like improved AI modules and expanded connectivity options, including 5G integration in EDU variants.