Quadruped Robots: Complete Applications Case Study 2026

Megarobotics Research Report • January 2026

QUADRUPEDROBOT
APPLICATIONS

A comprehensive case study exploring all industrial quadruped robot applications with brand recommendations, real-world deployment case studies, and technical specifications.

12+ Industry Sectors

65K Units Shipped (2025)

70% China Market Share

01 / Applications

INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS

From power substations to offshore oil platforms, quadruped robots are transforming how industries approach inspection, security, and automation.

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Power Grid & Substations

Autonomous inspection of 220kV-1100kV substations, transformer rooms, and power corridors. Robots navigate stairs, cable trays, and equipment rooms while monitoring asset conditions.

Key Tasks

Thermal Imaging Meter Reading Gas Detection Defect Detection 24/7 Patrol

Recommended Brands

Unitree Robotics B2 / B1

DEEP Robotics X30 / X20

Boston Dynamics Spot

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Emergency Rescue & Firefighting

First responder support in collapsed structures, fire scenes, and hazardous environments. Water cannons with 60m range and 40L/s flow rate for active firefighting.

Key Tasks

Victim Search Structure Survey Gas Monitoring Fire Suppression Debris Navigation

Recommended Brands

DEEP Robotics X30 / Lynx M20

Unitree Robotics Fire Rescue B2

Boston Dynamics Spot + CAM IR

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Oil & Gas / Offshore

Remote inspection of refineries, offshore platforms, and pipelines. ATEX-certified robots operate in explosive atmospheres, detecting methane leaks and equipment anomalies.

Key Tasks

Leak Detection Valve Monitoring Corrosion Check 3D Laser Scanning Digital Twins

Recommended Brands

Boston Dynamics Spot (BP, Chevron)

ANYbotics ANYmal X

DEEP Robotics X30 Pro

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Mining & Underground

Exploration of mine shafts, tailings, and unstable underground areas. Gas detection, geotechnical monitoring, and 3D mapping in complete darkness.

Key Tasks

Tunnel Inspection LiDAR Mapping Hazard Detection Conveyor Monitoring Post-Blast Survey

Recommended Brands

Boston Dynamics Spot (LKAB, Glencore)

ANYbotics ANYmal D

DEEP Robotics X30

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Security & Surveillance

Autonomous patrol of industrial parks, warehouses, borders, and public spaces. 24/7 operation with thermal imaging, anomaly detection, and real-time alerts.

Key Tasks

Perimeter Patrol Intrusion Detection Video Streaming Two-Way Audio Night Vision

Recommended Brands

Ghost Robotics Vision 60

Boston Dynamics Spot (NYPD, LAPD)

Unitree Robotics Go2 ENT-PLUS

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Agriculture & Livestock

Precision agriculture on uneven terrain, vineyard pruning assistance, livestock monitoring, and crop health assessment across vast pastoral lands.

Key Tasks

Crop Monitoring Livestock Tracking Soil Analysis Vineyard Navigation Herd Management

Recommended Brands

IIT (Research) HyQReal

Unitree Robotics Go2 / B2

Boston Dynamics Spot

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Construction & Infrastructure

Job site monitoring, progress tracking, and structural inspection of buildings under construction. 3D scanning for BIM integration and safety compliance verification.

Key Tasks

Progress Scanning Safety Inspection BIM Integration Documentation Site Survey

Recommended Brands

Boston Dynamics Spot + Arm

DEEP Robotics X20 / X30

Unitree Robotics B2

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Research & Education

Robotics research platforms for universities and R&D labs. Open-source development, reinforcement learning experiments, and STEM education programs.

Key Tasks

Algorithm Testing RL Training SDK Development STEM Teaching Prototyping

Recommended Brands

Unitree Robotics Go2 EDU / A1

DEEP Robotics Lite3

Xiaomi CyberDog 2

02 / Manufacturers

LEADING BRANDS COMPARED

Technical specifications and ideal use cases for the leading industrial quadruped robot manufacturers.

Unitree Robotics

Hangzhou, China • Est. 2016

Image: unitree.com

Flagship ModelB2 / B2-W

Max Speed6 m/s

Payload40kg (120kg standing)

IP RatingIP67

Price Range$1,600 - $100,000

Best For

Power Inspection Fire Rescue Research Security

DEEP Robotics

Hangzhou, China • Est. 2017

Image: deeprobotics.cn

Flagship ModelX30 / X30 Pro

Max Speed5 m/s

Stair Climbing45° angle

IP RatingIP67

Price Range$2,800 - $75,000

Best For

Substation Emergency Rescue Firefighting Pipeline

Boston Dynamics

Massachusetts, USA • Est. 1992

Image: bostondynamics.com

Flagship ModelSpot

Max Speed1.6 m/s

Payload14kg

Runtime90 min

Price Range$74,500+

Best For

Oil & Gas Mining Construction Public Safety

ANYbotics

Zürich, Switzerland • Est. 2016

Image: anybotics.com

Flagship ModelANYmal X

ATEX CertifiedZone 1

AutonomyFull

IP RatingIP67

Price Range$120,000+

Best For

Offshore Petrochemical Ex-Zones Mining

Ghost Robotics

Philadelphia, USA • Est. 2015

Image: ghostrobotics.io

Flagship ModelVision 60

Weight45kg

All-WeatherAmphibious

Runtime3+ hours

FocusDefense/Security

Best For

Military Border Patrol Homeland Security Defense

03 / Case Studies

REAL-WORLD DEPLOYMENTS

Verified deployments demonstrating quadruped robot impact across industries.

📍 Inner Mongolia, China

220kV Substation Inspection

Unitree B1 robot deployed for comprehensive indoor/outdoor inspection including stair ramps, switch rooms, and relay protection chambers.

Achieved full coverage with autonomous navigation and robotic arm operations

📍 Hangzhou, China

Underground Power Corridor

DEEP Robotics quadruped operating 8 meters underground since the Asian Games, monitoring temperature, humidity, and cable conditions.

6+ months continuous operation with real-time anomaly detection

📍 Gulf of Mexico, USA

BP Mad Dog Platform

Boston Dynamics Spot deployed for offshore inspection featuring methane detection and acoustic sensors for equipment monitoring.

Reduced equipment anomalies and flaring through predictive maintenance

📍 Manhattan, New York

FDNY Garage Collapse Response

Spot robot "Bergh" deployed to search collapsed parking structure, using thermal imaging to confirm no victims trapped.

Safe structural survey completed without risking firefighters

📍 Ontario, Canada

Glencore Kidd Creek Mine

Spot assisting with hazardous underground inspections, reducing the need for human personnel in dangerous mining conditions.

Significant reduction in human exposure to underground hazards

📍 Singapore

Power Tunnel Inspection

First overseas deployment of DEEP Robotics quadruped for power utility applications, integrated with local detection systems.

Successful international deployment with early warning capabilities

04 / Specifications

TECHNICAL COMPARISON

Head-to-head comparison of leading industrial quadruped robots.

Brand / Model	Speed	Payload	IP Rating	Runtime	Price	Best Application
Unitree B2	6 m/s	40kg / 120kg	IP67	4-6 hrs	~$100,000	Power / Industrial
DEEP Robotics X30 Pro	5 m/s	~20kg	IP67	2.5-4 hrs	~$65-75K	Fire / Emergency
Boston Dynamics Spot	1.6 m/s	14kg	IP54	90 min	$74,500+	Oil & Gas / Mining
ANYbotics ANYmal X	1.0 m/s	10kg	IP67 + ATEX	2+ hrs	$120,000+	Offshore / Ex-Zone
Ghost Robotics Vision 60	3 m/s	~10kg	All-Weather	3+ hrs	N/A (Defense)	Military / Border
Unitree Go2 Pro	3.5 m/s	3kg	IP54	1-2 hrs	~$1,600	Security / Research
DEEP Robotics Lite3	3.5 m/s	5kg	IP54	1.5 hrs	~$2,800	Education / R&D
Xiaomi CyberDog 2	3.2 m/s	~3kg	-	~1 hr	~$1,800	Consumer / Dev

05 / Selection Guide

CHOOSING THE RIGHT ROBOT

Quick reference for matching applications to the best-suited quadruped robot brands.

Application	Top Choice	Alternative	Budget Option	Key Requirements
Substation	Unitree B2	DEEP X30	DEEP X20	IP67, Stair Climbing, Long Runtime
Offshore Oil & Gas	ANYmal X	Boston Spot	-	ATEX Certified, Salt Resistance
Fire & Rescue	DEEP X30	Unitree Fire B2	-	Heat Resistance, Gas Detection
Mining Underground	Boston Spot	ANYmal D	DEEP X30	LiDAR, Low-Light Operation
Security Patrol	Ghost Vision 60	Boston Spot	Unitree Go2	24/7 Operation, Thermal Camera
Construction Site	Boston Spot	Unitree B2	DEEP X20	3D Scanning, BIM Integration
Research / Education	Unitree Go2	DEEP Lite3	Xiaomi CyberDog	SDK Access, ROS Support
Agriculture	Unitree B2	Boston Spot	Unitree Go2	Terrain Adaptability, Payload
Military / Defense	Ghost Vision 60	-	-	Ruggedized, Modular Payload

QUADRUPEDROBOTAPPLICATIONS

INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS

Power Grid & Substations

Key Tasks

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Emergency Rescue & Firefighting

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Oil & Gas / Offshore

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Mining & Underground

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Security & Surveillance

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Agriculture & Livestock

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Construction & Infrastructure

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Research & Education

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LEADING BRANDS COMPARED

Unitree Robotics

Best For

DEEP Robotics

Best For

Boston Dynamics

Best For

ANYbotics

Best For

Ghost Robotics

Best For

REAL-WORLD DEPLOYMENTS

220kV Substation Inspection

Underground Power Corridor

BP Mad Dog Platform

FDNY Garage Collapse Response

Glencore Kidd Creek Mine

Power Tunnel Inspection

TECHNICAL COMPARISON

CHOOSING THE RIGHT ROBOT

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