SpaceHopper
Joined ATTA on February 2025
SpaceHopper
Description
SpaceHopper is a legged robot developed by ETH Zurich for testing mobility in low-gravity environments. It uses reinforcement learning-based control to perform precise jumping movements. It was developed as part of planetary exploration res
Details
Features and specs
Availability
Local Name
SpaceHopper
Manufacturer
ETH Zurich
Release date
November 2023
Country of Origin
Others
Core Function
Others
Robot series
Dimensions
W414*D414*H278mm
Weight
7.5kg
Power
[Battery]
Connectivity
[Wi-Fi]
Operation environment
Special environments: Designed for locomotion tests in low-gravity environments such as parabolic flights
Other specifiacations
Reinforcement-learning-based jumping and attitude control | The robot can control its attitude during free flight to an accuracy of ~2 degrees by using the inertia of its legs | Directional jump-off control for precise locomotion in low gravity
Current availability
Under Study
Available Countries
Switzerland
Industry
Professional, scientific and technical activities
Price
Not disclosed