[Release Information] Stretch 2 – Mobile Manipulator with Arms

Hello Robot's mobile manipulator "Stretch", which is handled by Unipos, has been updated to the latest model Stretch 2.

About Hello Robot Stretch

A mobile manipulator equipped with a 3D camera, an inertial measurement unit (IMU) with 9 degrees of freedom, a LiDAR, an in-vehicle computer, and a thin telescopic arm gripper that replaces a human arm.

It is designed to work with people in environments such as homes and offices, remotely controlling things like picking up toys, taking laundry out of the dryer, playing games with children, and more. I can.Ideal for manipulator research in startups, companies, universities, etc.

*The following videos are from Stretch RE1

Stretch RE1 Home Teleoperation

 

Manufacturer page: https://hello-robot.com/

Unipos product introduction page (Japanese): https://www.unipos.net/

Hardware updates

The Stretch 2 is the result of two years of customer feedback since the release of its predecessor, the Stretch Research Edition (Stretch RE).

The following contents refer to the manufacturer's website.
Stretch 2 – What's New

Improved user serviceability

By adopting a removable NUC computer and battery, user maintenance has been improved.The modular head, arm and base can be easily replaced.

Improved robustness

Robustness is improved by a highly rigid head structure, wrist structure, and wheel drive.Moreover, large-capacity power electronics are adopted.

Improved motion control

New motor controller for quieter, smoother movement.

Improved battery management

Equipped with an LED bar that allows you to check the battery status.It also supports a docking station that allows self-charging by Stretch itself.The battery is removable and can be replaced by the user.

Add developer port

Added USB2-A and 12V@3A ports on the shoulder.

Improving sound image localization

The acoustic chamber of the microphone array has been improved.

Compatible with all Stretch accessories

for improved environmental awareness during remote controlTeleoperation Kit", Self-charge is possible "Docking station, to add pitch and roll degrees of freedom "Dexterous Wrist, corresponding to each.

Enriched content that makes programming easier

Enriched New Tutorial

New tutorial content is now available covering everything from powering up your robot to advanced development in both Python and ROS.

Overview – Stretch Documentation
https://docs.hello-robot.com/0.2/stretch-tutorials/

Additions and revisions to extensive product documentation

The hardware guide, user guide, and GitHub documentation have been significantly revised.

Stretch Documentation
https://docs.hello-robot.com/0.2/

Latest and convenient software package

Officially supports Ubuntu 20.04, Python 3, ROS 1 Noetic (* ROS 2 Galactic is supported in Beta version as of January 2023)


If you are considering purchasing our latest product, Hello Robot Stretch, please Overseas product procurement service Unipos Please feel free to contact us!