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Piggy Robotics
Piggy Robotics builds mass-producible humanoid robots using pneumatic artificial muscles; fiber-braided tubes driven by a single pump; instead of conventional electric motors, achieving a claimed 20x cost reduction versus motor-based designs and a softer, safer interaction profile. The full-size prototype features over 50 degrees of freedom including 22-DOF dexterous hands, and was built for under $1,000 in materials in two months, with a target retail price of approximately $2,000. The company targets household chore automation and has assembled a 16-person hardware and software team from Oxford University and international robotics competitions.
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Piggy Humanoid (artificial muscle actuated)
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Piggy Humanoid Prototype
- Over 50 degrees of freedom
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Claim source - Built for under $1,000 in materials; target retail price ~$2,000
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