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Surena IV

Surena IV is a full-size academic humanoid research platform built for bipedal walking, obstacle negotiation, dexterous manipulation, visual servoing, tool use, and human-robot interaction.

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Payload
Not publicly specified
Max Speed
0.7 km/h (0.19 m/s)
Runtime
Not publicly specified
Navigation
ROS and motion planning
Environment
Indoor research spaces
Best For
Locomotion and HRI research

OVERVIEW

Surena IV is a full-size academic humanoid research platform developed at the University of Tehran for bipedal walking, obstacle negotiation, manipulation, visual servoing, tool use, and human-robot interaction.

It stands approximately 170 cm tall, weighs about 68 kg, and uses 43 degrees of freedom, including articulated arms, six-degree-of-freedom hands, legs, torso, head, and neck.

Research demonstrations include walking over unknown obstacles, drilling, writing, following moving objects, force-controlled interaction, speech, and whole-body coordination.

Surena IV is best understood as an academic research milestone that demonstrated integrated locomotion, manipulation, perception, and whole-body control rather than a commercially deployable humanoid platform.

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APPLICATIONS AND USE CASE FIT

Cleaning
Warehouse transport
Material handling
Inspection
Security / patrol
Delivery / service runs
Palletizing / stacking
Pick and place / sorting
Welding / fabrication
Manufacturing automation
Human interaction / service
Home / personal use

KEY FEATURES

43 DOF humanoid

Highly articulated body supports walking, manipulation, head motion, and interaction.

Full-size platform

Approximately 170 cm and 68 kg for human-scale research and demonstrations.

Obstacle walking

Research includes predictive foot sensing and walking over unknown obstacles.

Dexterous hands

Six-degree-of-freedom hands support tool use, writing, and manipulation studies.

Visual servoing

Demonstrated tracking and manipulation of moving objects using vision control.

Academic prototype

Published research platform succeeded by Surena V, not a commercial product.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Robot type

Research humanoid robot

Main purpose

Locomotion and HRI research

Operating environment

Indoor research spaces

Deployment

University prototype; superseded by Surena V

Payload / load capacity

Not publicly specified

Reach

Not publicly specified

Mobility

Bipedal walking, turning and whole-body motion

Manipulation

7-DoF arms and 6-DoF hands for grasping

Max speed

0.7 km/h (0.19 m/s)

Runtime

Not publicly specified

Power source

BLDC motors; supply not published

Navigation / control

ROS and motion planning

Sensors

Cameras, microphones, IMU, encoders and predictive foot sensors

Dimensions

1,700 mm high

Weight

68 kg

SUPPLIER

Within 1-2 days
Tehran, Iran
Surena is a university research project; no commercial shipping programme confirmed
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Surena IV cost? +

The Surena IV price has no public customer price because Surena IV is an academic research platform rather than a commercial product. University development cost, grant funding or component estimates should not be treated as a sale price or external quotation. A public number, when one exists, is not always the final delivered and usable cost. Buyers may also need to account for shipping, taxes, customs, software, batteries, controllers, installation, training, warranty, spare parts, local support and application integration.

Before comparing offers, confirm the exact model or condition, commercial status, included hardware, software rights, delivery terms and after-sales process. The better buying question is: what is included, what is excluded, and who supports the robot after delivery?

You can request Surena IV pricing, availability or an alternative comparison through Anton Robots before committing.

Where can I buy the Surena IV? +

You cannot currently buy Surena IV through a normal commercial channel, but Anton Robots can help compare obtainable research humanoids. Anton Robots helps buyers verify the real commercial route, compare legitimate packages, understand what is included and decide whether the Surena IV is appropriate for the intended use case. Surena IV was developed for academic research and demonstrations and has since been followed by the newer Surena V platform.

Before buying, commissioning or importing a unit, confirm the exact version, regional availability, included hardware, software access, shipping, taxes, warranty, spare parts and technical support. A product page, research announcement or marketplace listing does not always mean that a robot is available for immediate commercial purchase. Professional buyers should compare the complete operational package and support route rather than only the lowest displayed price.

To start, request Surena IV buying or sourcing guidance through Anton Robots.

Where can I find a Surena IV for sale? +

There is no verified authorised channel offering a genuine new Surena IV for sale. Finding a Surena IV for sale is only the first step. Buyers should verify whether the offer is current, new, used, refurbished, demonstration-only, research-restricted, subject to qualification or unsupported outside its original programme. A scale model, media listing or research collaboration should not be confused with ownership of the complete robot, software, documentation and support.

A useful comparison should cover the exact generation, included equipment, software licences, delivery country, expected lead time, warranty, replacement parts and who provides support after delivery. Avoid treating a third-party listing as proof of manufacturer support or legal access to proprietary software.

If you are looking for a Surena IV and want help checking the offer, contact Anton Robots. We can also compare it with other robots in the same category.

Can I get a quote for the Surena IV? +

There is no public Surena IV purchase quote, but you can request a commercial research-humanoid comparison through Anton Robots. A useful quote or commercial review should identify the exact version, ownership or programme structure, included equipment, software, accessories, shipping assumptions, taxes or import notes, warranty, delivery estimate, training and available support. The alternative proposal should define locomotion, hands, payload, SDK, perception, teleoperation, budget, country and research goals.

Buyers should provide the destination country, intended application, operating environment, required delivery date and any integration needs. That information helps determine whether the robot is commercially obtainable and whether the proposed package is technically suitable. The proposal should also state who commissions the system and what happens if the robot cannot meet the intended workflow.

Anton Robots can help compare the Surena IV against other relevant robots.

What is included when you buy or deploy the Surena IV? +

A typical Surena IV package or deployment would require the full humanoid, joint actuators, hands, perception sensors, control computers, power system, software and research support. The exact contents vary by seller, programme, configuration, product condition and country, so buyers should request a written packing and service list:

  • Surena IV humanoid research platform
  • Joint actuators and motor-control electronics
  • Articulated hands and force-control hardware
  • Vision, inertial and foot-sensing systems
  • Computing and whole-body control software
  • Battery, power and operator equipment
  • Research documentation and developer access
  • Maintenance, training and engineering support

These elements have not been packaged as a customer-ready commercial system. Hardware, software and support are often separated in robotics purchases. A low advertised price may exclude the charger, controller, compute, software, spare battery, installation, training or warranty handling required for practical use.

For business, education and research buyers, the complete operational package is more important than the headline price. You can request an itemised Surena IV offer or availability review through Anton Robots before committing.

Is Surena IV available to buy? +

No, Surena IV is not available through a public commercial sales channel. It was developed as a University of Tehran academic humanoid and presented through research publications and demonstrations. The practical result depends on the exact configuration, software, environment, accessories and operator workflow rather than the headline specification alone. A research collaboration or public appearance does not establish production, price, ownership, warranty or external developer support.

Before buying or deploying the robot, verify an official customer programme, hardware allocation, software licence, delivery, maintenance and support agreement. A proper evaluation should use the real tasks, objects, routes, users or research conditions instead of relying only on a stage demonstration. Choose a commercially obtainable research humanoid for a funded deployment.

You can request Surena IV application advice through Anton Robots and compare the complete package or a commercially available alternative.

How tall, heavy and articulated is Surena IV? +

Surena IV is approximately 170 cm tall, weighs about 68 kg and has 43 degrees of freedom. Published research describes seven degrees of freedom in each arm, six in each hand and six in each leg, with additional torso, head and neck motion. The practical result depends on the exact configuration, software, environment, accessories and operator workflow rather than the headline specification alone. Joint count and size do not establish payload, runtime, safety or reliability outside the laboratory.

Before buying or deploying the robot, verify the research version, joint layout, actuators, battery, operating zone, support frame and recovery procedure. A proper evaluation should use the real tasks, objects, routes, users or research conditions instead of relying only on a stage demonstration. Use the figures as academic platform specifications.

You can request Surena IV application advice through Anton Robots and compare the complete package or a commercially available alternative.

Can Surena IV walk over obstacles? +

Yes, Surena IV research includes walking over unknown obstacles using predictive foot sensing and control. The platform was designed to improve dynamic walking, balance and adaptation to environmental height changes. The practical result depends on the exact configuration, software, environment, accessories and operator workflow rather than the headline specification alone. A laboratory obstacle demonstration does not prove general outdoor navigation, stairs, rubble, speed or unsupervised reliability.

Before buying or deploying the robot, verify obstacle size, surface, sensing, speed, support team, fall protection, recovery and repeated success rate. A proper evaluation should use the real tasks, objects, routes, users or research conditions instead of relying only on a stage demonstration. It is a research result rather than a commercial mobility guarantee.

You can request Surena IV application advice through Anton Robots and compare the complete package or a commercially available alternative.

What can Surena IV do with its hands? +

Surena IV uses articulated six-degree-of-freedom hands for manipulation research. Published demonstrations include holding tools, drilling, writing and interacting with objects under visual and force control. The practical result depends on the exact configuration, software, environment, accessories and operator workflow rather than the headline specification alone. These examples do not provide a commercial payload, repeatability, grasp-success or production-cycle specification.

Before buying or deploying the robot, verify object, hand mechanism, grip force, arm payload, calibration, tool safety, drop risk and repeatability. A proper evaluation should use the real tasks, objects, routes, users or research conditions instead of relying only on a stage demonstration. Treat its manipulation as academic experimentation rather than validated industrial work.

You can request Surena IV application advice through Anton Robots and compare the complete package or a commercially available alternative.

How does Surena IV use computer vision? +

Surena IV research includes visual servoing and tracking of moving objects. Vision can guide arm and hand motion while whole-body control coordinates the robot’s posture and manipulation. The practical result depends on the exact configuration, software, environment, accessories and operator workflow rather than the headline specification alone. Lighting, calibration, occlusion, latency and object variation affect performance, and published examples may use controlled laboratory conditions.

Before buying or deploying the robot, verify camera, frame rate, calibration, object set, background, control loop, success rate and failure recovery. A proper evaluation should use the real tasks, objects, routes, users or research conditions instead of relying only on a stage demonstration. Compare the research method rather than assuming a general-purpose vision system.

You can request Surena IV application advice through Anton Robots and compare the complete package or a commercially available alternative.

What is the difference between Surena IV and Surena V? +

Surena V is the successor to Surena IV. Later research expands the programme with newer hardware, control and humanoid-development goals while Surena IV represents the previous generation. The practical result depends on the exact configuration, software, environment, accessories and operator workflow rather than the headline specification alone. The existence of Surena V does not imply that either platform is commercially available or externally supported.

Before buying or deploying the robot, verify the specific paper, hardware generation, dates, degrees of freedom, hands, mobility, software and research access. A proper evaluation should use the real tasks, objects, routes, users or research conditions instead of relying only on a stage demonstration. Use the correct generation when citing results or comparing capabilities.

You can request Surena IV application advice through Anton Robots and compare the complete package or a commercially available alternative.

What commercial robots are alternatives to Surena IV? +

Buyers can compare iCub, ROBOTIS OP3, Unitree H1, Unitree G1 and other commercially accessible research humanoids. The appropriate alternative depends on whether the project prioritises full-size walking, tactile hands, open software, education, manipulation or budget. The practical result depends on the exact configuration, software, environment, accessories and operator workflow rather than the headline specification alone. No alternative duplicates Surena IV’s research architecture, and commercial platforms differ in maturity, safety and support.

Before buying or deploying the robot, verify price, availability, size, SDK, hands, payload, perception, support country, warranty and research objective. A proper evaluation should use the real tasks, objects, routes, users or research conditions instead of relying only on a stage demonstration. Anton Robots can turn the Surena use case into a shortlist of obtainable platforms.

You can request Surena IV application advice through Anton Robots and compare the complete package or a commercially available alternative.

Can the Surena IV be shipped or deployed internationally? +

No. Surena IV is not offered for international commercial shipment. Delivery or deployment depends on the destination country, commercial status, export controls, freight method, battery rules, customs, regional certifications and local service coverage. It is associated with an academic research programme rather than an external production, distribution and service network.

Before ordering, ask who acts as importer of record, whether software and warranty remain valid in the destination country and whether installation requires an approved local partner. Buyers should also confirm package dimensions, battery documentation, insurance, damage procedures, data-hosting requirements and any end-use restrictions. A robot that can physically be transported is not necessarily supported, activatable or legally deployable in every market.

You can request international availability for the Surena IV through Anton Robots so the complete route can be checked.

Is the Surena IV in stock and how long does delivery take? +

Surena IV availability and delivery time can change according to production, regional inventory, programme eligibility, configuration and current demand. There is no public stock, order page, production allocation or external delivery programme, and research attention has moved to Surena V. A robot appearing in a video, research paper or online listing should not automatically be treated as stocked and ready to ship.

Before committing to a project date, ask whether the order is confirmed or only an expression of interest, what equipment and software are available and when the complete package can be delivered and commissioned. Lead time can also be affected by export review, freight, customs, battery transport, software activation, site preparation and training.

You can request current Surena IV availability through Anton Robots. Professional buyers should request written confirmation of these points before approving a budget, import, research programme, or deployment.

What warranty and support should I check for the Surena IV? +

Before buying or deploying the Surena IV, check the warranty or support term, covered components, exclusions, service territory, repair process, software entitlement, spare-parts availability and who provides technical help. External warranty, parts, software, repair and field-support terms do not exist because the robot was not commercialised. Ask these questions:

  • How long is the hardware warranty or programme support commitment?
  • Who handles diagnostics, repairs and replacement parts?
  • Are batteries, joints, sensors, computers and accessories covered?
  • Is software updating, developer support or training included?
  • What happens if the robot cannot be activated or repaired locally?
  • How long will parts, applications and documentation remain available?

For a prototype, research platform or legacy robot, lifecycle support should be a primary buying criterion. Contact Anton Robots to review the package before purchase or deployment. Professional buyers should request written confirmation of these points before approving a budget, import, research programme, or deployment.

Is the Surena IV worth buying or deploying? +

The Surena IV is worth considering if you are studying published humanoid research, Iranian robotics development or the technical progression toward Surena V. Its strongest value comes from its 43-degree-of-freedom body, obstacle-walking research, articulated hands, visual servoing and human-scale academic demonstrations.

However, it is only a good choice when the use case matches the robot’s maturity, commercial status, regional availability and operating limits. It cannot be planned as purchasable project hardware and should be represented as a previous-generation research platform. Buyers should compare complete ownership cost, software access, support, expected lifetime and alternatives that may perform the same task with less risk. For a business or research project, define a measurable outcome before committing rather than purchasing only for novelty or visual impact.

Compare other robots in the same category and request application advice through Anton Robots.

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