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Robotics Company Designs WiFi-Controlled 360-Degree Camera Dolly

By Janine E. Mooney | June 1, 2016

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In 2011 Double Robotics was founded. One year later they launched the first version of their telepresence robots. Following in its footsteps was the Double 2, launched this January, with improved “Lateral Stability Control” shock absorption, a wider-angle lens, and a higher top speed.

Now, the robotics company is adding a new video-equipped robot to the mix. The 360 Camera Dolly was developed by Double’s internal research and development team, Double Labs. For 360-degree video, with a self-balancing 360 Camera Dolly and an accompanying Universal 360 Camera Mount, the dolly was designed for use on flat surfaces.

The full 360 Camera Dolly kit costs $3,000, and has Lateral Stability Control shock absorption built into its two-wheeled base, which allows it to tackle obstacles up to 0.5 inches in height. The technology used is the same tech that was used in the company’s telepresence robots, and is remotely controlled (meaning no crew members are needed in shot) using either an iPhone 6 or an iPod Touch via LTE/4G, Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.

So what’s protecting all of that advanced technology? The 360 Camera Mount is made of aircraft-grade aluminum, attaches to the Double base, and can hold cameras weighing up to 5 pounds.

Sit tight, as the dolly doesn’t go on sale until June 15. In the meantime, take a peek at this demonstration of the 360 Camera Dolly with the Universal 360 Camera Mount.


Filed Under: M2M (machine to machine)

 

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