Science and Technology

The science and technology used to build Nanuk UGVs consist of the following:
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Materials

Almost 100% aluminum: Rugged and durable with multiple design options.

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Base

Configurable drive navigation, power, and sensors. Modular bases and lifts.

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Options

Mounting plates, platform lifts, arms, armor, bulletproof targets.

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Computers

Basic control or high-performance systems.

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Radio

RC unit lets you create/start/pause/end missions + receive data/video/status.

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Motors

High torque motors for quick, powerful movement and skid steering.

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Power

Sealed Lead Acid (SLA), Lithium Polymer (LiPo), or Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) battery technologies; other power options available.

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Sensors

Multiple navigation sensors: 2D/3D LiDARs, IMUs, GPS/GNSS, 2D/3D cameras, wheel odometers, programmable lightbars and payloads, radio controllers.

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Software

Robot Operating System (ROS), Arduino, Open Source Computer Vision Library (OpenCV), and custom Java on Linux. Updates are plug-and-play.

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Network

Self-contained, secure, wireless network for secure autonomous operations. Optional long-range wireless up to 1 kilometer in range.

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Wheels and Tracks

Four- or six-wheeled, rubberized tires or maneuverable tracks.

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Other Applications

Can act as a SensorHub and connect to  Compusult’s Web Enterprise Suite IoT platform. Learn More.


Standard Model Specifications

Nanuk models are also customizable.

Model 100 Model 200 Model 300 Model 400
Description Four-wheeled All Wheel Drive (AWD) platform designed to maneuver through rugged terrain. Six-wheeled AWD platform for extreme terrain; nearly unstoppable in rugged environments. Tracked UGV designed to be maneuverable through unpredictable terrain. Small yet powerful: will operate in confined spaces but will get the job done. Four-wheeled AWD platform for extreme terrain, geometric passive suspension and true amphibious operation makes it nearly unstoppable on land or in water.
Base dimensions 25” x 24” x 12” 39” x 30” x 18” 12.5” x 16” x 5” 60” x 55” x 33”
Base weight 60 lbs. 190 lbs. 10 lbs. 604 lbs.
Top speed 6 mph 6 mph 3 mph 11.2 mph
Payload capacity 100 lbs. 200 lbs. 15 lbs. 895 lbs.
Operating time 3 hours 8 hours 8 hours > 3 hours
Recharge time 3 hours 4-5 hours 3 hours 6-7 hours
Model 200 Side View

Side View

This is the side view of the standard Model 200. Measurements are 18 inches high for the base unit or 47.25 inches high together with the tower.

All models are highly customizable.

Model 200 End View

End View

This is the end view of the standard Model 200. The width is 30.60 inches wheel to wheel.

All models are highly customizable.

Model 200 Top View

Top View

This is the top view of the standard Model 200. The width is 40.50 inches front wheel to rear wheel.

All models are highly customizable.