$1,999 Open-Source Robot Boasts 1-3kg Payload Capacity
chris_j_paxton · x · 2026-08-06
A robot priced at $1,999 has garnered attention. According to its hardware specs, the device is capable of low-torque tasks, handling payloads of 1 to 3kg depending on the distance from the body. Furthermore, its end effectors are cable-ready and open-source swappable, allowing for easy user modifications.
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