Misty II
Misty II is an educational and developmental robotics platform designed for developers, educators, researchers, and students to explore AI, computer vision, machine learning, and programming. Key features include a 13MP camera for object/face recognition, omnidirectional microphones for speech processing and audio localization, time-of-flight obstacle/cliff sensors for safe navigation, capacitive touch panels for interaction, IMU for orientation, expressive head/arms for personality conveyance, and extensible hardware via Arduino/USB. Use cases encompass classroom STEM projects, skill-building for room mapping/SLAM, voice-responsive demos, custom 3D-printed attachments for object retrieval, and prototyping AI applications in controlled indoor environments like schools or labs.
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Furhat Robotics Revives Misty II for Education Push
Furhat Robotics solidified its foothold in social robotics with the May 2022 acquisition of Misty Robotics' assets, redirecting the Misty II toward education-focused deployments that transform classroom dynamics. This strategic move integrates Furhat's conversational AI prowess with Misty II's mobile platform, enabling smoother human-robot interactions in learning environments. Recent trials in European cities, building on 2021 Barcelona pilots, demonstrate how the robot now aids STEM curricula by mapping rooms and responding to student queries, proving its enduring relevance despite market shifts. Developers praise the pivot for opening fresh prototyping avenues in AI-assisted teaching.
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Q1. What is Misty II, and what problem is it designed to solve?
Misty II is a mobile robot platform developed by Misty Robotics intended for developers and educators to build custom applications. The platform addresses the need for an accessible robotics system that combines mobility, manipulation, and perception capabilities in a single unit for skill development and research.
Q2. What are the main capabilities and key features of Misty II?
Misty II features autonomous navigation, obstacle detection via time-of-flight sensors, a 13-megapixel camera for visual recognition, six capacitive touch panels, three-axis head movement, a rotational arm with 2.1-kilogram payload capacity, and onboard speech recognition. The robot operates on a track-based drive system with a maximum speed of 450 millimeters per second and includes customizable LED eyes and audio output.
Q3. Who is Misty II built for, and which industries can benefit from it?
Misty II targets computer science educators, robotics developers, and researchers exploring artificial intelligence and human-robot interaction. Potential applications span educational institutions, research laboratories, and early-stage commercial deployments in customer service and hospitality environments.
Q4. Is Misty II a commercial product or still a research prototype?
Misty II is a commercial product available for purchase through Misty Robotics and authorized distributors. The platform is designed for both educational and commercial deployment, with an open API supporting custom skill development.
Q5. Is Misty II currently available for purchase, and when is it expected to ship?
Misty II is currently available for purchase as of 2026. Shipping timelines depend on distributor fulfillment following orders. Two variants exist
Q6. How does Misty II actually work in real-world environments?
Misty II navigates using forward and rear time-of-flight sensors to detect obstacles and downward-facing sensors to identify ledges, preventing collisions and falls. The robot processes visual data through its onboard processors and can execute programmed skills via HTTP API, Blockly, Python, or C#. The hazard detection system automatically engages safety protocols when obstacles or drops are detected.
Q7. When was Misty II announced or officially launched?
Misty Robotics has offered Misty II as a commercial platform for several years prior to 2026. The platform has evolved through multiple versions, with the Misty II Pro variant introduced to add advanced navigation and mapping capabilities via Occipital sensors.
Q8. How is Misty II different from other robots in the same category?
Misty II differentiates through its combination of mobility, articulated manipulation, and customizable personality expression via programmable eyes and audio. The platform emphasizes hardware extensibility through Arduino integration and 3D-printed accessories. Two distinct variants—standard and Pro—address different capability requirements, with the Pro model supporting autonomous room mapping and automatic docking.
Q9. Does Misty II require additional development or customization after purchase?
Misty II ships ready for basic operation but is designed for skill development and customization. Developers can create applications using provided programming tools and APIs. Hardware expansion is supported through custom add-ons attached to arm rotors and controlled via an Arduino backpack, enabling personalization for specific use cases.
Q10. What is the future roadmap or planned upgrades for Misty II?
Misty Robotics has announced plans to enhance the hazard detection system in future updates to increase maximum operational speed beyond the current 450-millimeter-per-second limitation. The company continues to expand software capabilities and third-party API integrations. Specific timelines for additional hardware revisions have not been publicly detailed.
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