Aeon (Hexagon AB)
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Robot Name | Aeon |
| Company | Hexagon AB | Switzerland |
| Height | 165 cm (5 ft 5 in) |
| Weight | 60 kg (132 lbs) |
| Walking Speed | Hybrid bipedal / wheeled (2.4m/s) |
| Battery Life | Auto-swap for continuous work; each charge lasts up to 4 hours |
| Key Capabilities | Precision metrology sensors, hybrid locomotion, spatial AI mission control |
| Primary Applications | Asset inspection, reality capture, operator support in factories |
| Availability | 6th-gen prototype (industry pilots 2025) |
| Notable Features | World-class sensor fusion for millimetre-level measurement; 34 dof |
Note: Details may not be current or accurate.
About Aeon
Hexagon AB's AEON represents a groundbreaking leap in industrial humanoid robotics, specifically engineered to address the growing global labor shortage while revolutionizing manufacturing automation. This Swiss-engineered marvel combines Hexagon's four decades of precision measurement expertise with cutting-edge AI technology, creating an industrial co-worker that seamlessly blends human-like agility with machine precision. AEON's hybrid locomotion system allows it to walk when navigating stairs or tight spaces, then transition to wheeled movement for rapid traversal across factory floors at speeds up to 2.4 meters per second—twice as fast as human walking speed. The robot's sophisticated sensor suite includes 22 sensors with 12 cameras providing 360-degree environmental awareness, enabling it to perform complex tasks like precision part inspection, digital twin creation, and machine tending with extraordinary accuracy. What truly sets AEON apart is its revolutionary battery-swapping mechanism that enables continuous 24/7 operation without downtime, making it ideal for round-the-clock industrial environments. Currently being piloted by major manufacturers including Schaeffler and Pilatus Aircraft, AEON is expected to enter commercial deployment within the next six months, with applications spanning automotive assembly, aerospace manufacturing, warehouse logistics, and construction site management.