DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics
[PRIVATE]Humanoids · HQ: Oberpfaffenhofen, Germany · 6 models registered · 1 deployments
As of Sep 2026, DEPLOY verifies DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics: 6 models. 1 source back the record.
Ownership
PRIVATE
Capital / Funding
Undisclosed
Headquarters
Oberpfaffenhofen, Germany
IP / Patents
Undisclosed
Platform Models
6
Audited Incidents
0
Overview
DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics is the German Aerospace Center's robotics division in Oberpfaffenhofen, developer of the TORO (TOrque-controlled humanoid RObot) and David lightweight arm. DLR pioneered compliant torque-controlled manipulation and has contributed to space robotics including the DLR Hand and the European Robotic Arm.
Clean safety record across 1 verified deployment. Funding runway warrants monitoring: last known round 91 months ago.
- QUADRUPED
- SERVICE
- HUMANOID
Safety & Regulatory Posture
No incidents on record for DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics.
Leadership & Founders
Current Program Leadership & Executives
Scientific Director, Surface Avatar program
Director of the Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics
Senior Researcher, humanoid walking robotics
Founding Team
cofounder · no longer at company
Key Former Leadership (1 Tracked)
Partnerships & Commercial Deployments
Platform Models
Deployments
Sectors & Applications
FAQ
What is DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics?
DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics is the German Aerospace Center's robotics division in Oberpfaffenhofen, developer of the TORO (TOrque-controlled humanoid RObot) and David lightweight arm. DLR pioneered compliant torque-controlled manipulation and has contributed to space robotics including the DLR Hand and the European Robotic Arm.
What does DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics make?
DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics has 6 robot models on the DEPLOY registry: Bert, MIRO, AIMM and 3 others (DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics builds physical robots).
Is DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics publicly traded?
No. DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics is privately held and not publicly traded, per the DEPLOY registry.
Who competes with DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics?
On the DEPLOY registry, peer companies to DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics building in the same form factors include Roborock, Ecovacs Robotics, SharkNinja, Unitree Robotics.
Who is the CEO of DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics?
Gerd Hirzinger is the founder of DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics, per the DEPLOY registry.
How can I invest in DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics?
DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics is a private company; its shares are not available on public markets, so retail investors cannot buy the stock today.
Where is DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics headquartered?
DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics is headquartered in Oberpfaffenhofen, Germany.
Who owns DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics?
DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics is privately held; ownership sits with its founders and private investors.
Where does DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics operate robots?
DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics is a robot manufacturer and does not directly operate deployments on the DEPLOY registry. Its products are deployed by customer operators; see the company page for the verified deployment record.
Is DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics a top robotics company?
On DEPLOY's intelligence score, which blends verified deployments, funding, hiring, media, safety, and IP signals, DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics ranks in roughly the top 27% of companies tracked by the registry.
Is DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics safe?
DLR Institute of Robotics and Mechatronics has no incidents on record in the DEPLOY registry. This does not constitute a safety guarantee; it reflects the incidents DEPLOY has tracked and verified to date.