The LEVA robot, developed by an interdisciplinary team at the ETH Zurich, represents a functional breakthrough for the autonomous transport of loads. Designed from scratch by engineering, design and arts students, this prototype can move and lift boxes weighing up to 85 kg in urban and rustic environments.
Robot LEVA adapts to any terrain
Unlike other delivery delivery robots that require human intervention, LEVA combines four articulated legs with motorized wheels. This configuration allows it to move efficiently over smooth surfaces, stairs or uneven terrain, adapting to any environment accessible to a human being.
Its technology integrates GPS, LiDAR sensors and multiple cameras, enabling precise autonomous navigation. One of its key functions is the automatic anchoring of European-type boxes: the robot positions itself on the load, engages its internal hooks and lifts the box under its chassis before continuing along the programmed route.
A new solution for loading in complex environments
The spin-off company RIVR, also linked to ETH, brings previous experience with the quadruped robot RIVR ONE. However, LEVA surpasses its predecessor by integrating load handling capabilities, making it an attractive option for urban logistics, agriculture or construction.
Currently in the functional validation phase, LEVA represents a real promise for intralogistics operations where mobility is required in mixed scenarios, eliminating the need for human assistance in loading and unloading tasks.
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