Laikago

A black quadruped with a rectangular base labelled Laikago stands in grass.
Laikago on the lawn. Photo: Unitree Robotics

Laikago is a four-legged robot designed as a research platform. It can walk on uneven terrain, climb hills, and remain stable even when kicked.

Creator

Unitree Robotics

Year
2017
Country
China 🇨🇳
Categories
Features
Laikago learns new tricks. Video: Unitree Robotics

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Overall Rating

Average Rating: 3.9 stars (351 ratings)

Current Ranking: #136 top rated

Would you want this robot?

78% said yes (359 ratings)

Current Ranking: #81 most wanted

Appearance

Neutral

Most rated "Somewhat Friendly" (784 ratings)

Current Ranking: #108 creepiest

Did you know?

Laikago's name was inspired by Laika, the Soviet space dog, to represent exploration of the unknown.

A person on a skateboard has a leash attached to the black robotic quadruped dog.
Let's take a walk. Photo: Unitree Robotics
The robot stands among 3 fake lawn deer.
Laikago and friends. Photo: Unitree Robotics

Specs

Overview

Remotely operated with Wi-Fi-enabled controller. Walks forward, backward, and sideways.

Status

Discontinued

Year

2017

Website
Width
37 cm
Height
60 cm
Length
57 cm
Weight
24 kg
Speed
2.88 km/h (walking)
Sensors

IMU, 12 joint encoders, four foot force sensors

Actuators

12 Unitree brushless dc motors

Degrees of Freedom (DoF)
12 (Leg: 3 DoF x 4)
Materials

Carbon fiber, aluminum, 3D-printed parts.

Compute

Main computer with two ARM processors; custom ARM-based controller on each joint (x12); additional computer.

Software

Custom software. Ubuntu Linux OS (additional computer).

Power

0.655-kWh lithium-ion battery pack, 3 to 4 hours of operation

Cost
$25,000 - $50,000 (depending on model)