Global InformationMARCbot information
| Multi-function Agile Remote-Controlled Robot [1] | |
|---|---|
 MARCbot extends its camera to search for suspected improvised explosive devices | |
| Type | Demolition vehicle |
| Place of origin | United States of America (United States Army Rapid Equipping Force) [1] |
| Service history | |
| In service | Iraq, Afghanistan[1] |
| Used by | United States Army[1] |
| Production history | |
| Designed | 2004 [2] |
| Manufacturer | Exponent[1] |
| No. built | Over 1000 [1] |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 32 lb (15 kg) [3] |
| Length | 24 in (0.61 m) [3] |
| Width | 19.5 in (0.50 m) [3] |
| Height | 13.5 in (0.34 m) [3] |
| Crew | One remote operator |
Operational range | Up to 300 m (980 ft) (Line of sight),[3] 6h on batteries[2] |
The Multi-function Agile Remote-Controlled Robot (MARCbot) is a military robot created by Exponent Inc. for the United States Army Rapid Equipping Force.[1][2]
- ^ a b c d e f g "MARCbot". Exponent Inc. Retrieved 9 July 2016.
- ^ a b c Cohen, William J.; Zemach, Ken. "The MARCbot: The Army Program that Revolutionized Robotics for Patrol Warfighters" (PDF). Exponent Inc. Retrieved 9 July 2016.
- ^ a b c d e Miller, W. Lee. "USMC Ground Robotics Current and Desired Future Capabilities" (PDF). Defense Technical Information Center. Defense Technical Information Center. Archived from the original (PDF) on 19 July 2013. Retrieved 9 July 2016.