Spherical robot

This "Gingerbread Man" called Rotundus GroundBot. This protective robot that can perform the functions of monitoring and tracking. He could patrol large areas with a relatively flat surface. But, if necessary, through the use of the original system of movement he is able to travel off-road through the deep snow, mud, sand. And what is most surprising - it can float on water. When making Rotundus GroundBot were used the ideas and achievements of the European Space Agency, acquired during the development of the robot, whose goal was functioning on the surface of Mercury.

To ensure the monitoring functions, the robot is equipped with two color video cameras that can be operated separately, each conveying a picture, or together, passing the surround stereoscopic image. Operators, who conducted tests stereoscopic mode with admiration argued that it is like a high-quality video game and makes you experience the feeling that you're inside the robot. The robot can operate in standalone mode, so its management system supplement the GPS device and an electronic compass, which helps it to orient themselves in space.

The propulsion system is based on the effect GroundBot change the center of gravity, which is achieved by a controlled displacement located inside the cargo. GroundBot has a diameter of about 60 cm., And may move at a speed of 10 km / h. Built-in rechargeable battery allow it to operate in a constant movement and monitoring continuously for 16 hours at a time.