Calvin-40 - Robot Details, Use Case and Specifications

Calvin-40

Calvin-40 by Wandercraft is a voice-operated industrial humanoid robot designed to perform physically demanding tasks, enhancing safety and productivity in manufacturing.

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In Development

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Software Type

Closed Source

Software Package

Powered by medical-grade safety software. Utilizes NVIDIA Isaac platform and Visual Language Models (LLM). Supports autonomous navigation and task reasoning. Enables voice command operation.

Actuators

Calvin-40 employs actuators refined from Wandercraft’s exoskeleton technology, providing stable, reactive balance and precise movement control necessary for industrial tasks and safe human collaboration.

Compiute

The robot integrates NVIDIA Jetson edge AI computing platforms, supporting advanced AI processing, vision, and reasoning capabilities essential for autonomous operation.

Sensors

Equipped with force sensors in the feet for balance control, day/night cameras for environment perception, and multilayer visual and auditory safety sensors to ensure safe interaction with humans and surroundings.

Max Op. time

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Robot Brief

Calvin-40 is Wandercraft’s first industrial humanoid robot, developed in just 40 days by leveraging over a decade of experience from their self-balancing exoskeleton platform. Designed at human scale and voice-operated, Calvin-40 is built to perform physically demanding and ergonomically hazardous tasks in manufacturing environments. It supports industrial workers by taking on strenuous jobs that cause strain and injury, thereby improving workplace safety and productivity. The robot integrates advanced vision capabilities and large language model (LLM)-powered reasoning to operate independently across diverse workflows. Its design includes medical-grade software for operator safety, multilayer visual and auditory safety features, and force sensors in its feet for precise balance and reactive adjustments. Calvin-40 represents a new generation of mobile, intelligent humanoid robots aimed at automating tough industrial tasks while seamlessly integrating with human teams.

Use Cases

Calvin-40 autonomously assists in industrial settings by performing physically demanding and non-ergonomic tasks that typically strain human workers. It can navigate factory floors, manipulate objects such as totes, and handle repetitive or hazardous operations with voice command control. The robot’s advanced perception and reasoning allow it to adapt quickly to various workflows, reducing the risk of injury and increasing efficiency in manufacturing processes.

Industries

Manufacturing: Automates strenuous and repetitive tasks to enhance worker safety and productivity.
Industrial Automation: Integrates with factory workflows for improved operational efficiency.
Automotive: Developed in partnership with Renault Group to support automotive production lines.
Robotics Research: Advances AI-powered humanoid robotics for industrial applications.

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Specifications

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Intro

Calvin-40 is a human-scale, voice-controlled humanoid robot designed for industrial environments. Developed rapidly in 40 days, it builds on Wandercraft’s proven exoskeleton technology refined over 12 years. The robot features multilayer safety systems, including medical-grade software and visual/auditory alerts, ensuring safe collaboration with human workers. Its feet contain force sensors for precise center-of-mass control and reactive balance, enabling stable locomotion on factory floors. Equipped with day/night cameras, Calvin-40 can perceive its surroundings for manipulation, navigation, and obstacle avoidance. LED light strips communicate its operational status to nearby personnel. The robot’s adaptable end-effectors allow customization for various industrial tasks, making it a versatile assistant in demanding work environments.

Connectivity

Voice command interface.
Visual sensors including day/night cameras.
LED light strips for status communication.
Integration with AI platforms (NVIDIA Isaac, Jetson).
Network connectivity details not explicitly stated but implied for AI and control.

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Capabilities

Voice-operated control for intuitive interaction.
Autonomous navigation with day/night vision and obstacle avoidance.
Precise balance control via feet force sensors.
Adaptable end-effectors for task customization.
Medical-grade software ensures operator safety.
Multilayer visual and auditory safety features.
Rapid deployment in diverse industrial workflows.
AI-powered reasoning for task adaptability.

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