ANYbotics · Quadruped robots

ANYmal D

Rugged quadruped for autonomous industrial facility monitoring

Overview

ANYmal D is an industrial-grade four-legged robot designed for autonomous inspections in multi-story and challenging environments. It can traverse difficult surfaces and stairs, collecting visual, thermal, and acoustic data. The robust, weatherproof platform integrates with existing operational systems through its API.

Specifications

Deployment Stage
Paid Deployment
Communication
Wi-Fi (2.4/5 GHz, 802.11ac wave2); 4G LTE (add-on module, Cat.12); Ethernet (M12 payload/data interface)
Degrees of Freedom
12
Height
890 mm
IP Rating
IP67
Locomotion
Quadruped
Max Speed
1.3 m/s maximum (0.75 m/s recommended for safe/efficient operation)
Operating Temperature
0–40 °C (specified); -10 to 50 °C (typical)
Payload Capacity
10 kg
ROS Compatible
Yes
Runtime
90–120 min on a full charge (932.4 Wh swappable battery)
Sensors
LiDAR, depth cameras, thermal camera, IMU
Weight
50 kg
Actuators
12 series-elastic ANYdrive actuators (torque-controlled motor + harmonic drive + rotational spring); 360° joint range
Max joint torque
≈40 N·m per ANYdrive at peak power (actuator-level; whole-robot joint torque not on the Gen-D sheet)
Controller
2× 8th-gen Intel Core i7 (6-core) + 2× 8 GB RAM, 2× 240 GB SSD, Ubuntu 20.04; gRPC-based ANYmal API; onboard autonomy (mapping, path planning, inspection)
Width
530 mm

Where it performs

  • Navigates complex, multi-story industrial environments autonomously.
  • Weatherproof design for deployment in various indoor and outdoor conditions.
  • Integrates with existing operational systems via a documented API.

What to check before buying

  • Optimal operating speed is slower than its maximum for efficiency.
  • 4G LTE communication capabilities require an add-on module.
  • Pricing for this advanced industrial robot is not publicly disclosed.

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