OVERVIEW
The Dobot Hexplorer is a professional 18-DOF hexapod robot built for research, education, industrial inspection, and field deployment where extra stability is needed or on terrain that wheeled or even quadruped robots can't handle.
Its bio-inspired six-legged design keeps three legs grounded at all times in a stable tripod gait, giving it exceptional balance on slopes, gravel, sand, mud, and stairs.
Backed by an Intel Core i7/i5 mini PC and an NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano (40 TOPS), the Hexplorer pairs heavy-duty mobility with real onboard AI, making it one of the most capable hexapod robots on the market for developers, universities, and field teams.
WHAT APPLICATIONS IS THE DOBOT HEXPLORER BUILT FOR?
- Industrial Inspection & Security Patrol: Automated monitoring across substations, industrial parks, airports, and underground utility corridors, carrying inspection payloads over long shifts.
- Scientific Research & Robotics Education: An open, ROS2-based hexapod robot platform for developing and testing locomotion, perception, and control algorithms at the university level.
- Search, Rescue & Field Exploration: Reconnaissance in disaster zones or hazardous, uneven terrain that's inaccessible to wheeled robots.
- Guided Tours & Interactive Services: Human-detection and target-following for museums, science centers, and public demonstrations.
HOW DOES THE DOBOT HEXPLORER WORK?
The Dobot Hexplorer is an All-Terrain 6-Legged Bionic Hexapod Robot. With 6 legs and 18 DOF powered by motors delivering up to 33 Nm of peak torque, it can easily adapt to slopes up to 40°. Its built-in anti-disturbance algorithms and dynamic center-of-gravity control mean the robot can recover from slips on its own.
For navigation, the Hexplorer uses a Livox Mid360 LiDAR, an Intel RealSense D435 depth camera, and an IMU to run real-time SLAM and obstacle avoidance. Under the hood, a dual-compute setup splits the workload: an Intel mini PC handles motion control, while an NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano powers AI perception and target tracking.
Running Ubuntu 22.04 with ROS2 Humble pre-installed, it includes Python and C++ SDKs for everything from high-level commands to low-level joint control.
MAIN ADVANTAGES & FEATURES OF HEXPLORER
- Rugged, All-Terrain Mobility: Climbs 40° slopes, clears 20 cm obstacles, and reaches speeds up to 1.8 m/s
- Strong Payload Capacity: 10 kg rated (15 kg max), suitable for sensors, cameras, or transport payloads
- Onboard AI Compute: Jetson Orin Nano delivers 40 TOPS for real-time autonomous navigation and human tracking
- Developer-Ready Software Stack: ROS2, Python/C++ SDKs, simulation tools, and example code out of the box
- Multi-Modal Perception: LiDAR + depth camera + IMU fusion for robust terrain awareness
- Modular & Expandable: USB-C, Ethernet, HDMI, and 19V power outputs support future robotic arms, wireless charging, and video transmission modules
- Extended Runtime: Up to 2.5 hours of continuous operation, 1.5-hour recharge via a 504 Wh battery
DOBOT HEXPLORER SPECIFICATIONS
| Specification | Value |
| Degrees of Freedom | 18 (6 legs - 3 joints per leg) |
| Max Walking Speed | 1.8 m/s |
| Max Obstacle Height | 20 cm |
| Max Slope Adaptability | 40° |
| Payload Capacity | 10 kg rated / 15 kg max |
| Motor Peak Torque | 33 Nm (knee joint) |
| Body Tilt Range | ±38° |
| Battery Capacity | 504 Wh |
| Battery Life | ~2.5 hours |
| Charging Time | ~1.5 hours |
| Noise Level | ≤55 dB (motion) |
| Control Platform | Intel Mini PC - Core i7/i5, 6 cores, 16 GB RAM |
| AI Compute Platform | NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano - 40 TOPS, 16 GB RAM |
| Sensors | Livox Mid360 LiDAR, Intel RealSense D435, IMU |
| Software | Ubuntu 22.04, ROS2 Humble, Python/C++ SDK |
| Dimensions (Standing) | 86.3 x 47 x 48 cm |
| Dimensions (Folded) | 73.4 x 47 x 24.4 cm |
| Robot Weight | ~20 kg |
DOBOT HEXPLORER DIMENSIONS
DOBOT HEXPLORER RELEVANT RESOURCES
Dobot Hexplorer User Manual PDF
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