Audience
Robotics developers and industrial automation teams requiring a tool to build, test, and scale intelligent robotic applications with ready-to-use open source capabilities
About Intrinsic Core
Intrinsic Core is an open source robotics platform that makes it easier and faster to build and run robotics applications from prototype to production. It provides ready-to-use capabilities for sensor-based control, perception, motion planning, grasp planning, simulation, and other core robotics functions, so developers do not need to build an entire stack from scratch. It uses a pre-configured software environment with integrated services and capabilities, including simulation tools, a digital twin, and a hardware-agnostic real-time control framework for complex integrations. Intrinsic Core is compatible with ROS and the Open Robotics Suite, combining standard workspaces, message definitions, Gazebo simulation, and ready-to-use ROS-compatible services. Its capabilities include accurate 3D object pose detection with NVIDIA FoundationPose, force-controlled insertion and manipulation using real sensor feedback, automated collision-free trajectory planning, and more.
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Intrinsic
Founded: 2021
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www.intrinsic.ai/intrinsic-core
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Intrinsic Core Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What kinds of users and organization types does Intrinsic Core work with?
Intrinsic Core works with these users and organization types: Mid Size Business, Small Business, Enterprise, Freelance, Nonprofit, Government, and Startup.
Q: What languages does Intrinsic Core support in their product?
Intrinsic Core supports these languages: English.
Q: What kind of support options does Intrinsic Core offer?
Intrinsic Core offers support via online.
Q: What other applications or services does Intrinsic Core integrate with?
Intrinsic Core integrates with: FANUC FIELD System and NVIDIA DRIVE.
Q: What type of training does Intrinsic Core provide?
Intrinsic Core provides training in the form of documentation, live online, webinars, and videos.
Q: How much does Intrinsic Core cost?
Pricing for Intrinsic Core starts at Free.
