Quadruped Robotic System

2026-11-03

1 . General Requirements a . The robotic system shall be manufactured in the United States of America . b . The system shall be a legged robotic platform designed for agile movement in environments unsuitable for tracked or wheeled robots . c . The system shall be capable of rapid deployment and operation in indoor and outdoor environments , including all - weather conditions . d . The system shall demonstrate the ability to operate up and down stairs , over unstructured terrain , and through building entryways without external assistance . 2 . Mobility and Physical Characteristics a . The robotic system shall be capable of ascending and descending stairs without manual intervention . b . The system shall traverse uneven and unstructured terrain , including obstacles commonly encountered in built and natural environments . c . The system shall incorporate terrain - sensing technology providing a minimum 360 - degree horizontal field of view . d . The system shall have a maximum walking height not exceeding 1 , 127 mm ( 44 . 4 inches ). 3 . Manipulation and Payload Capacity a . The robotic system shall include an integrated robotic arm and gripper . b . The arm and gripper shall be capable of grasping , lifting , and manipulating objects . c . The system shall provide semi - automated manipulation capabilities to assist the operator . d . The arm shall have a minimum payload capacity of ten ( 10 ) kilograms ( twenty - two ( 22 ) pounds ) measured at an ambient temperature of 22 degrees Celsius ( 22 ° C ). 4 . Power and Runtime a . The robotic system shall provide an average operational runtime of no less than ninety ( 90 ) minutes per battery charge under normal operating conditions . 5 . Sensors and Perception a . The robotic system shall include an integrated camera system suitable for navigation , situational awareness , and remote operation . b . The system shall support integration with mission - specific sensors , including but not limited to : i . Chemical detection sensors ii . Biological detection sensors iii . Radiological detection sensors 6 . Environmental and Ingress Protection a . The robotic system shall be rated to a minimum ingress protection ( IP ) rating of IP68 or greater . b . The system shall operate within an ambient temperature range of not less than negative twenty degrees Celsius (- 20 ° C ) to positive forty - five degrees Celsius ( 45 ° C ).

California

2026-03-27