Stanford Student Robotics Stanford Doggo - quadruped robot showcasing advanced features and capabilities
Stanford Student Robotics

Stanford Student Robotics Stanford Doggo Quadruped Robot

Stanford Doggo holds the world record for highest vertical jumping agility among robots. This shoebox-sized, open-source quadruped can walk, trot, pronk, and jump. Costs <$3k, requires only hand tools, fully open-source with CAD, code, and firmware on GitHub.

Pricing Options

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Starting from$3,000

AI Summary

The Stanford Student Robotics Stanford Doggo is a quadruped robot. Key features: Record-breaking jumps, Open-source design, Affordable DIY. Starting price: $3,000.

quadrupedRecord-breaking jumps
Stanford Doggo High Resolution Photo 1

General Info

Manufacturer / BrandStanford Student Robotics (USA)
Model NameStanford Doggo
Weight<5kg
Dimensions
Standing: Shoebox-sized
Folded: Compact

Key Features

World record: highest vertical jumping agility
Surpasses previous best robot by 22%
Matches best performing animals
Open-source (GitHub)
Costs <$3,000
Hand tools only for assembly
Quasi-direct-drive actuation
Walk, trot, pronk, jump
Easy and safe to develop on

Hardware – Build Quality

Total Degrees of Freedom (DoF)12-DOF quadruped
Payload CapacityOptimized for agility over payload
Battery Capacity & RuntimeResearch platform runtime
ChargerStandard battery charging
Sensors IncludedIMU, Joint encoders, Motor controllers
InterfacesTeensy 3.5 microcontroller, ODrive motor control

Software – Ecosystem

ROS/ROS2 SupportCustom control stack
SDK LanguagesC++
API Documentation QualityExcellent - Open-source + ICRA paper
Open-source Repos / CommunityGitHub Repository
AI Frameworks SupportedCustom locomotion control

Supplier Reliability

Warranty
Duration: DIY kit (no warranty)
Coverage: Community support
Track RecordWorld record holder, academic publication
Post-sales SupportGitHub issues and community
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