Micromagic Systems / Matt Denton (UK) Mantis Walking Machine (1)

Not soldOne-off hydraulic walker; MK I tested in 2011, the MK II version shown publicly from 2012.

Not for sale (research)Ride-onHydraulicDiesel1.9 tonnes

Not soldShipping: N/A. One-off machine; not for sale.

Overview

A two-tonne, diesel-hydraulic hexapod with a pilot's cab, built by engineer Matt Denton of Micromagic Systems. It stands about 5 m across in its neutral stance, folds to 4.2 × 2.2 m for trailer transport, and coordinates 18 proportional hydraulic valves from a Linux PC. It appears at shows and events rather than being sold.

Specifications

Category	Multi-legged robots · Research & legacy
Released	2012
Availability	Not for sale (research)
Programmability	No programmability
Best for	Professionals & labs
Vision sensors	No vision sensors
Actuators	Hydraulic / pneumatic
Audio	No audio
Compute type	x86 PC (Intel / AMD), Arduino / ESP32 / microcontroller
Compute	PC-104 Linux PC running HexEngine; dsPIC actuator controllers on CAN bus; WinCE operator panel
Weight	1,950 kg with cab
Speed	Not published
Legs / DOF	6 legs, 18 proportionally controlled hydraulic axes
Sensors	6 foot force transducers, ankle angle sensors, body inclinometer, hydraulic pressure/flow/temperature sensors
SDK	None public