Pleo Technical Specs

Sensors & Switches

• [1] Camera
  Custom designed to fit into Pleo's very compact body
• [4] Foot-switches
  To detect footfalls, being picked up, assisting with spatial orientation
• [12] Capacitive touch sensors
  In the legs [4], feet [4], back, shoulder, head, and chin
• [2] Microphones
  For directional stereo sound detection
• [14] Force-feedback sensors
  One per servo, so Pleo knows if his joints are restricted
• [1] Orientation/tilt sensor
  Lets Pleo know how he's oriented
• [1] IR transceiver
  For bidirectional data communication with other Pleos
• [1] IR interrupter
  For detection of objects in Pleo's mouth

Processors, Motors & Gears

• [1] 32 bit Atmel ARM7 microprocessor
• [4] 8 bit servo / motor control processor
• [1] 16 bit camera sub processor
• [14] Standard low voltage DC servos / motors
• [150] Gears and clutches

Batteries, Inputs & Outputs

• [1] Rechargeable NiMH battery pack
  2 hour runtime and 3 year lifespan
• [1] USB port with mini USB connector
  To connect Pleo to other devices
• [1] SD/MMC memory card slot
  To upgrade or expand Pleo's behavior

Operating System

• Ugobe LifeOS
  A custom operating system that controls Pleo