KINOVA Gen3 (7DoF) Pricing & Product Details

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Gen3 (7DoF) Overview

What is Gen3 (7DoF)?

The Kinova Gen3 (7DoF) is an ultra-lightweight robotic arm, designed for exceptional portability and rapid setup time. With its efficiency and versatility, the robot can be seamlessly moved between research teams, applications, projects, and environments, requiring less than 30 minutes for setup. This flexibility opens up a world of possibilities, making it a top choice for hundreds of universities, startups, and corporations embarking on their innovation journey.

One of the standout features of the Gen3 is its exceptional control capabilities. It offers 1 kHz closed-loop control at a low level, ensuring precise and smooth movements for various tasks. The robot's joints provide infinite rotation, further enhancing its flexibility and adaptability for a wide range of applications.

The Gen3 is equipped with smart actuators that feature integrated torque sensors. This advanced technology allows for precise force control and interaction with the environment, enhancing the robot's ability to handle delicate and intricate tasks with accuracy.

For users looking to incorporate vision capabilities, the Gen3 offers an optional 2D/3D vision module. This module enables the robot to perceive its surroundings and interact with objects in a more intelligent and dynamic manner.

Another key advantage of the Gen3 is its seamless integration with various software systems and programming environments. It supports the Kinova Kortex™ API software, which facilitates easy communication and coordination with other technologies. Moreover, users have the flexibility to program the robot using their preferred tools and languages, including C++, Python, MATLAB hardware support package, and ROS 2 package. This adaptability streamlines the integration process and allows users to work with the robot more efficiently.

Additionally, the Gen3 is compatible with Gazebo and MoveIt simulation environments, which further simplifies development, testing, and optimization of robotic applications. These simulation environments enable users to visualize and validate their ideas before implementation, saving time and resources.

What applications is Gen3 (7DoF) product best for?

Perfect for mobile robots

Thanks to its embedded controller, small footprint, lightness, and low power consumption, Kinova's Gen3 is the ideal candidate for mobile robotics applications. No messy cable management or bulky control box, longer battery life, faster troubleshooting, and more. To top it all off, our professional robots have an incredible payload-to-weight ratio. On tracks or wheels, grass, sand, or dirt, you can trust Gen3 to get the job done efficiently.

What are the specifications of Gen3 (7DoF)?

Payload 4 kg
Reach 902 mm

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Wendy Cahya Kurniawan

National Taipei University of Technology

Aug 15, 2022

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    5/5

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    5/5

  • Easy to Use

    5/5

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  • 2022
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I use Kinova for research about Human robot collaboration.
Pro
kinova jaco2 integrated with many internal sensors, easy to communicate with PC, because the product is light it can easy to set up and replace.
Con
the speed limitation

Owen Kent

Assistive Technology Development

Jul 21, 2022

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    5/5

  • Meet Requirements

    5/5

  • Easy to Use

    5/5

  • Quality of Documentation

    5/5

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    5/5

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    5/5

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    5/5

  • Compatibility

    5/5

  • Value for Money

    5/5

  • Recommendation

    5/5

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  • 2022
Title
Excellent product for assistive technology
Pro
As a developer and end-user, I love everything about this product. It simple, easy to use yet very effective. The customer support is also fantastic. Can't recommend enough.
Con
The fingers are fragile prone to breakage, but easy to replace.

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