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Facts about Boston Dynamics Robot Dogs
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Boston Dynamics' robot dog Spot weighs about 32 kilograms and can carry payloads of up to 14 kilograms during operation.
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Spot's onboard computer enables autonomous navigation, but operators can also control it remotely using a handheld tablet controller.
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The quadrupedal robot Spot can climb stairs, traverse rubble, and maintain balance after being kicked or pushed, demonstrating dynamic stability.
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Developed at Boston Dynamics, the quadruped robot Spot uses a combination of cameras and sensors to navigate terrain without GPS or pre-mapped environments.
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Spot, Boston Dynamics' four-legged robot dog, became commercially available for purchase in 2020 and has been used in industrial inspection and public safety applications.