Mesmer - Robot Details, Use Case and Specifications

Mesmer

Mesmer by Engineered Arts is a lifelike humanoid animatronic system with silent motors, photogrammetry-based 3D facial replication, and cloud telepresence for interactive robotic characters.

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Software Type

Closed Source

Software Package

TinMan telepresence software for remote control and monitoring. Integrated animation and interaction control tools. Cloud-based update and maintenance platform. User-friendly drag-and-drop animation interface.

Actuators

Uses silent, precision-controlled motors with individually adjustable acceleration and torque, enabling smooth, lifelike movements and protecting delicate artificial skin.

Compiute

Onboard and cloud-connected computing systems manage real-time motion control, sensor fusion, telepresence communication, and AI-driven interaction.

Sensors

Equipped with cameras, depth sensors, LiDAR, and microphones to perceive the environment, track human presence, and enable responsive interaction.

Max Op. time

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Robot Brief

Mesmer is an advanced animatronic and humanoid robot system developed by Engineered Arts, designed to create highly lifelike robotic characters for entertainment, exhibitions, and interactive experiences. Utilizing a combination of robotics hardware, precision motors, sensors, and integrated animation software, Mesmer enables the creation of humanoid robots that display realistic facial expressions, micro-movements, and natural human-like gestures. The system includes photogrammetry-based 3D scanning to replicate faces with high fidelity, allowing for the creation of personalized or branded robotic characters. Mesmer’s motors operate silently with individually controllable acceleration and torque, providing smooth and nuanced motion. Built on Engineered Arts’ TinMan telepresence software, Mesmer robots can be remotely controlled, monitored, and updated via the cloud, facilitating seamless interaction and maintenance. The platform is designed to be user-friendly for artists and creatives, enabling intuitive drag-and-drop animation control without requiring programming expertise. Mesmer represents a significant step forward in animatronics and humanoid robotics, blending technology and artistry to deliver compelling, emotionally engaging robotic characters.

Use Cases

Mesmer enables the creation and operation of lifelike humanoid robots that can mimic human facial expressions, maintain eye contact, and perform subtle micro-movements automatically. It supports remote telepresence control, allowing operators to manage speech and gestures while the system autonomously handles eye contact and facial micro-expressions. The platform is ideal for entertainment, exhibitions, and interactive installations where realistic human-like robotic characters enhance audience engagement.

Industries

Entertainment: Produces realistic robotic characters for films, theme parks, and live shows.
Museums & Exhibitions: Creates interactive humanoid exhibits that engage and educate visitors.
Advertising & Branding: Develops personalized robotic brand ambassadors and IP characters.
Research & Development: Provides a platform for animatronics and robotics innovation.
Event & Experience Design: Enhances immersive experiences with lifelike robotic performers.

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Specifications

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Intro

Mesmer is a modular animatronic system combining precision motors, electronics, sensors, and software to create realistic humanoid robots. Key features include:

Silent, individually controllable motors for smooth, nuanced motion
Photogrammetry rig capturing 3D facial models for exact likeness replication
Integrated cameras, depth sensors, LiDAR, and microphones for environmental awareness
TinMan telepresence software enabling remote control, monitoring, and updates
User-friendly animation tools allowing artists to drag-and-drop movements onto 3D models
Modular hardware designed to protect delicate artificial skin layers
Realistic neck anatomy with vertebrae-like components for natural head movement.

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Connectivity

WiFi (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz)
Cloud connectivity via TinMan software
USB and Ethernet ports for hardware interfacing
Remote access for monitoring and control.

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Capabilities

Realistic facial expressions and micro-movements
Automatic eye contact maintenance and subtle facial adjustments
Remote telepresence control with real-time feedback
Environmental sensing for adaptive interaction
Easy animation and control without programming skills
Seamless cloud connectivity for updates and maintenance.

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