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Companion robot · Companion
PARO
Where the robot stands : Paper announcement · Proof: statements only. Vuntum has not yet recorded any proof of a demonstration or a sale. See the rule
Useful for: Companionship · Personal care
Where used: Home · Hospital and care · For: Individual · Maker based in Japan
by AIST
Key facts
PARO is a domestic robot used as a companion and social robot, made by AIST. It was presented in 2004. The 8th generation version weighs 2.7 kg and has a microphone.
- Weight
- 2.7 kg Claimed by the manufacturerClaimed by the manufacturer. AIST (official product pages), accessed 3 October 2026. 8th generation. Original text: “Length 57 cm, weight: 2.7 kg”
- Battery runtime
- 1 h 30 Claimed by the manufacturerClaimed by the manufacturer. AIST (official product pages), accessed 7 October 2026. 8th generation, when fully charged. Original text: “Rechargeable nickel-hydrogen cell, continued operation 1.5 hours (when fully charged)”
- Announcement date
- 2004-09-17 Claimed by the manufacturerClaimed by the manufacturer. AIST (official product pages), accessed 3 October 2026. 8th generation, 8th generation version; press release date. Original text: “Translation of AIST press release on September 17, 2004”
- Microphone
- Yes Claimed by the manufacturerClaimed by the manufacturer. AIST (official product pages), accessed 3 October 2026. 8th generation. Original text: “microphone (voice recognition, 3D source orientation)”
When fully charged.
8th generation version; press release date.
Not disclosed price, height, availability in France, data privacy
