Autonomous security robots typically rely on multi-wheel platforms, but Rollo Robotics has taken a different approach with the 1Rollo. Built around a single-wheel design, the robot combines artificial intelligence, computer vision, and advanced positioning technology to perform autonomous patrols across industrial sites, commercial facilities, and other private properties.
The robot navigates using a predefined map supported by a 360-degree computer vision system and RTK GNSS (Real-Time Kinematic Global Navigation Satellite System) positioning for high-precision navigation. Cameras and onboard sensors continuously monitor the environment, allowing the robot to detect obstacles, avoid collisions, and identify potential anomalies during its patrol.
When suspicious activity is detected, the 1Rollo immediately sends an alert to a remote operator via 4G, 5G, or Wi-Fi. The operator can assess the situation remotely and dispatch on-site security personnel if necessary. A built-in speaker and microphone also enable two-way communication with people at the monitored location.
The system is supported by a cloud-based management platform that allows operators to monitor and manage multiple 1Rollo units simultaneously, making it suitable for organizations overseeing large facilities or multiple sites.
Maintaining balance is one of the robot's most distinctive engineering features. Instead of relying on multiple wheels, the 1Rollo uses a vertically mounted internal flywheel aligned with its main wheel. By tilting the spinning flywheel to either side, the robot changes direction while remaining balanced during movement.
According to Rollo Robotics, the prototype can reach speeds of up to 30 km/h (19 mph) and operate for as long as eight hours on a single battery charge.
The 1Rollo is currently in the functional prototype stage, with commercial availability planned for next year. Rather than selling the robot outright, Rollo Robotics intends to offer it through a Robotics-as-a-Service (RaaS) subscription model. Customers would pay for the service while receiving ongoing hardware upgrades, software updates, and technical support, lowering upfront investment and simplifying long-term deployment of autonomous security patrols.
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