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TALOS

TALOS by PAL Robotics is a 1.75m humanoid robot with 32 DOF, 6 kg arm payload, torque-controlled joints, and ROS-enabled dynamic walking for industrial and research applications.
Available
Spain
Humanoid
2017
Specifications
Dev Doc
Website
Made by
Software Type
Closed Source
Software Package
ROS LTS for robot middleware OROCOS real-time control framework Gazebo simulation environment with URDF model MoveIt! for motion planning Whole-body control and navigation software. Human-robot interaction modules
Actuators
TALOS uses 32 high-torque brushless DC motors with integrated torque sensors in all joints (except head, wrists, and grippers), enabling smooth, compliant, and powerful joint movements suitable for dynamic locomotion and manipulation.
Compiute
Equipped with two Intel Core i7 processors (COM Express Type-6), TALOS handles real-time control, perception, and multimedia processing, supporting complex AI and motion planning algorithms.
Sensors
Four 6-axis force/torque sensors in ankles and wrists Full torque sensor feedback in all joints RGB-D camera for environment perception Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) for orientation and balance 24 RGB LEDs for visual feedback
Max Op. time
180
mins

Robot Brief

TALOS is a high-performance, fully electric humanoid robot developed by PAL Robotics, designed primarily for research and industrial applications. Standing 175 cm tall and weighing 95 kg, TALOS features 32 degrees of freedom distributed across its legs, arms, waist, neck, and grippers, enabling complex and dexterous bi-manipulation. It is equipped with full torque sensor feedback in all joints (except head, wrists, and grippers), allowing for compliant and safe interaction with dynamic environments. TALOS uses EtherCAT communication for fast control loops (up to 5 kHz), enabling highly reactive and dynamic motions such as walking on uneven terrain, climbing stairs, and operating power tools. The robot supports ROS (Robot Operating System) and includes advanced software for whole-body control, perception, navigation, and human-robot interaction, making it ideal for Industry 4.0 environments where it can perform heavy, non-ergonomic, or dangerous tasks. Its modular and customizable design allows adaptation of the head and grippers to specific needs.

Use Cases

TALOS performs dynamic bipedal locomotion, including walking on uneven ground and stairs, and executes complex manipulation tasks with a payload capacity of 6 kg per arm. It can operate power tools, perform drilling or screwing, and interact safely with humans through compliant torque control. The robot autonomously navigates and perceives its environment using integrated sensors and supports teleoperation and autonomous task execution.

Industries

  • Industrial Automation: Executes heavy, repetitive, or hazardous tasks in manufacturing.
  • Research & Development: Serves as a versatile platform for robotics research in locomotion and manipulation.
  • Human-Robot Interaction: Enables safe collaboration with humans in shared environments.
  • Advanced Manufacturing: Supports Industry 4.0 initiatives with autonomous operation.

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Specifications

Length
mm
Width
mm
Height (ResT)
mm
Height (Stand)
1750
mm
Height (Min)
mm
Height (Max)
mm
Weight (With Batt.)
kg
Weight (NO Batt.)
95
kg
Max Step Height
mm
Max Slope
+/-
°
Op. Temp (min)
°C
Op. Temp (Max)
°C
Ingress Rating
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Intro

TALOS stands 175 cm tall and weighs 95 kg, featuring 32 degrees of freedom: 6 DOF per leg, 7 DOF per arm, 1 DOF per gripper, 2 DOF waist, and 2 DOF neck. Its arms can lift up to 6 kg with full extension, supporting dexterous bi-manipulation within a large workspace. The robot is fully electric and uses high-torque brushless DC motors with torque sensor feedback in all joints for compliant motion. It communicates via EtherCAT, enabling control loops up to 5 kHz for rapid response. TALOS includes a lithium-ion battery (1080 Wh) providing 1.5 hours of walking autonomy or 3 hours standby. Its head and grippers are customizable to suit different applications. The robot runs Ubuntu Linux with ROS LTS and supports advanced software stacks including OROCOS, Gazebo simulation, and MoveIt!.

Connectivity

  • Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz, Access Point or Client mode)
  • Ethernet RJ45 port for direct PC connection
  • EtherCAT bus for high-speed joint control
  • Service port for emergency tethered stop

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Capabilities

  • Dynamic walking on uneven terrain and stairs.
  • Payload capacity of 6 kg per arm for tool operation and manipulation.
  • Full torque sensor feedback enabling compliant, safe human-robot interaction.
  • High-frequency control loops (2–5 kHz) for reactive motion.
  • Autonomous navigation and perception with integrated RGB-D cameras and IMU.
  • Multilingual speech generation and recognition.
  • Modular head and gripper customization.

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