Welcome to the comprehensive guide on operating the Unitree B1 quadruped robot. In this chapter, we delve into the intricacies of running the B1 robot, emphasizing essential precautions and operational guidelines. It is crucial to note that the instructions provided here are specifically tailored for users utilizing the official control program developed by Unitree Robotics.

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Note before Review

The operation instructions in this chapter correspond to the robot movements when the users use the official control program of Unitree Robotics.

When the users run the program developed by themselves in the developer mode: The remote-control commands are still valid when the high-level (application layer) is developed. At this time, if the high-level API commands and the remote-control commands are sent to the robot, both commands will be executed by the robot. It may cause the robot to become unstable. Please be sure to judge whether the users need to use the remote control according to the running state of the robot. Remote control commands fail during low-level development.

This chapter is an introductory chapter for new users to manipulate robots. New users can quickly master how to use the handle to control the robot to show excellent movement performance by reading this section. This chapter is also a chapter that old users often need to refer to. Old users can read this chapter repeatedly to grasp the essentials of operating the robot, and then they can draw inferences from case, and know what kind of movements are not recommended.

Operation Environment Requirement

  1. Run the robot in -5°C -55°C with good weather condition. Do not operate in bad weather, such as lightning and tornado weather. When operating in water, the users need to be sure to comply with the requirements described in the IP67 Protection level instructions.
  2. Please keep it under control in the users’ view when using the robot and keep the robot maintain a safe distance of at least 2 meters from obstacles, complex ground, crowds, water, and other objects.
  3. Please do not run the robot in an electromagnetic interference Sources of electromagnetic interference include but are not limited to high-voltage power lines, high-voltage transmission stations, mobile phone base stations, and television broadcast towers.
  4. Please do not run the robot in the Wi-Fi signal interference Wi-Fi signal interference is usually caused by co-channel interference. In case of interference, be sure to turn off some or all Wi-Fi signal sources of other wireless devices before using the remote control to operate the robot.
  5. Due to the different level of control proficiency of the actual users, for the sake of reliability and safety, please use it in an open, unobstructed, and flat ground environment. When operating the robot, it should be noted that the steps should be less than 20cm and the slope should be less than 30°. Failure to meet these conditions may cause the robot When the robot is walking on complex ground or terrain with certain undulations and slopes, the users should reduce the walking speed of the robot and operate it carefully to prevent the robot from tripping over obstacles.
  6. The legged robot has certain requirements for the ground on which it walks. Do not use the robot on very low friction ground, such as ice. Do not use the robot on soft ground, such as thick spongy ground. If the robot is used on smooth ground, such as glass and ceramic tile, the users need to control the robot for movement carefully and smoothly, avoid violent movement, and reduce the walking speed of the robot to prevent the robot foot from slipping and falling.

Check before Power ON

  1. Only Use Unitree Robotics authentic parts and ensure that all parts are in good working condition.
  2. Ensure that the firmware has been updated to the latest version.
  3. The users ensures that he or she is not operating the robot while intoxicated, under the influence of drugs, and unable to concentrate.
  4. Be familiar with the characteristics of each gait Be familiar with the emergency braking method of the robot in case of instability / loss of control.