Kawasaki Heavy Industries has unveiled the CORLEO, a four-legged bionic robot powered by a hydrogen fuel cell system and designed for extreme off-road adventures.
source-image: Kawasaki Group Channel
“CORLEO is a future sensory off-road personal mobility machine featuring four-legged mobility, stability, and the fun to ride, a proposal made possible by the Kawasaki Group, which has both robotics and motorcycle businesses.”
source-image: Kawasaki Group Channel
Kawasaki states that each leg can move separately, offering a smoother ride on uneven ground. Underneath Corleos carbon-fiber shell lies a 150cc hydrogen engine which generates electricity to power the legs, emitting only water vapor.
source-image: Kawasaki Group Channel
Hydrogen is supplied from a canister mounted at the rear of the vehicle. The CORLEO robot walks on four independent robotic legs, allowing it to move with balance and stability across different surfaces.
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The rider’s center of gravity is shifted, just like horse riding. Corleo responds to the rider’s body movements. Shifting the center of gravity prompts the robot to adjust its steps accordingly.
At this stage, Corleo remains a concept. Kawasaki has not released technical specifications such as speed, range, or battery life. The motorcycle-inspired design features a streamlined body constructed from metal and carbon materials.
