Operating Environment Requirements

The RBQ is a quadruped robot used in various environments—indoors, general workshops, hazardous sites, military use, patrol/inspection, etc.

• Below: Recommended conditions for general use and specification limits.
• Special environments (hazardous workplaces, military, unmanned patrol, etc.) may require separate risk assessments and additional measures.

Recommended environment (general use)

The following are recommended for normal operation and service life. Performance and warranty apply when these are met.

Temperature and humidity

• Use and storage temperature: Stay within the operating and storage ranges stated in the manual or specifications. Outside those ranges you may get reduced performance, failure, or shorter battery life.
• Humidity: In very damp or condensing environments, sensors and electrical parts can be affected—use and store within the specified humidity range when possible.

Floor and space

• Flatness: The robot is most stable on flat, solid floors within the specified limits. On steep slopes, rough terrain, or slippery surfaces it may fall or become unstable.
• Space: Provide enough room for movement, posture correction, and recovery from falls. While operating, no people or animals (including pets) may enter within 2 m of the robot. Keep safe clearance from obstacles as well.

Electromagnetic and physical environment

• Magnetic fields: Strong fields can affect sensors and control—avoid use when possible.
• Vibration and shock: Excessive vibration or shock can cause failure or bad measurements—damp or isolate, or limit use.

Hazardous environments

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WARNING

Do not use in explosive atmospheres, flammable gas, or heavy dust. If no IP rating is stated, do not use outdoors, in rain, or near water features (use is prohibited).

Use in special or marginal environments

In hazardous workplaces, military use, unmanned patrol, disaster sites, or hard-to-access inspections, temperature, humidity, floor, and space may not meet specification, and unpredictable hazards may exist.
If you use the RBQ for such purposes, perform a risk assessment before use and apply additional safety devices, procedures, and PPE as needed. Warranty may not apply to failures or damage from use outside the specified environment.

Contact Rainbow Robotics if needed. See Contact / Error Reporting.