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TARS is a humanoid robot developed by TARS Robotics, a robotics company based in China. Industrial humanoid achieving world-first two-hand stitching demonstration. Features 5G-A connectivity and precision manipulation for manufacturing applications.
TARS is a fictional robotic character from the 2014 film 'Interstellar', known for its unique monolithic design and adaptable articulated structure. Unlike traditional humanoids, TARS consists of four rectangular segments that can reconfigure for various locomotion modes, including walking, running, and growing wheels for high-speed travel.
While TARS originates from science fiction, it has inspired numerous real-world robotics projects and 'maker' replicas. Its design challenges conventional notions of humanoid form, demonstrating how non-anthropomorphic functional adaptability can be achieved. In the film, TARS possesses a high-level AI capable of variable humor settings and complex problem solving.
Note: This entry likely refers to the fictional robot or a specific replica project, as 'TARS Robotics' is not a widely recognized commercial manufacturer of industrial humanoids as of 2026.
| Category | Specification | Value |
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| Physical | Height | 167 cm |
| Physical | Weight | 80 kg |
| Physical | Material | Aluminum + composites |
| Physical | IP rating | IP20 |
| Mobility | Degrees of freedom | 35 |
| Mobility | Max walking speed | 0.83 m/s (3.0 km/h, 1.9 mph) |
| Manipulation | Payload capacity | 17 kg |
| Manipulation | Fingers per hand | 5 |
| Power | Battery life | 3 hours |
| Computing | Operating system | Linux/ROS |
| Computing | Latency | 200 ms |
| Sensors | Camera resolution | 1920x1080 |
| Sensors | Depth sensors | Yes |
| Actuators | Type | Electric servo actuators |
| Actuators | Gear technology | Harmonic/Planetary |
| Connectivity | Interfaces | 5G-A, Ethernet, WiFi |
| Connectivity | ROS compatible | Yes |
The TARS is priced at approximately $95,000 USD. Availability status: Prototype. Target markets include Industrial, Manufacturing, Logistics.