Orbbec Robot-Free Data Collection Hardware Platform

Orbbec Robot-Free Data Collection Hardware Platform including EGO, Wrist-1, and UMI F-3
Orbbec Robot-Free Data Collection Hardware Platform including EGO, Wrist-1, and UMI F-3

High-Quality Data Collection

Flexible Customization

Continuous-Capture Wearability

Full-Modality Data Collection

Integrated Data Management

Open Ecosystem

Built around high-quality data collection, Orbbec combines a comprehensive multimodal data collection hardware portfolio with Ego Viewer visualization tools to help customers achieve stable, continuous, repeatable, and scalable data collection deployments.

EGO · Egocentric Vision Data Collection Module

A head-mounted, robot-free data collection module designed for physical AI model & robotics training, capturing first-person task demonstrations, human motion, and real-world interaction data.

EGO Dual

Orbbec EGO Dual 63mm Baseline

EGO Dual 63mm Baseline

A lightweight egocentric data collection device with a 63 mm stereo baseline, designed for extended wear and large-scale data collection.

Orbbec EGO Dual 120mm Baseline

EGO Dual 120mm Baseline

A high-precision egocentric data collection device with a 120 mm stereo baseline, designed for fine manipulation and high-quality spatial data capture.

Selectable Stereo Baseline Configurations - 63mm & 120mm

63mm Stereo Baseline: Closely approximates typical human interpupillary distance, while the under-120 g camera body and compact form factor reduce head-worn weight and bulk for prolonged, high-frequency, large-scale data collection.

120mm Stereo Baseline: This configuration enhances near-field accuracy, making it better suited for data collection tasks that demand higher-quality measurements of hand-object distance and spatial geometry.

Low Power Consumption, Extended Runtime

With a power draw of just 1.7 W, the device delivers approximately 20 hours of runtime on a single 10,000 mAh power bank, reducing reliance on fixed power sources and supporting all-day mobile data collection.

Optimized Thermal Design

Optimized heat dissipation keeps temperature rise below 15 °C under full load. Validated at ambient temperatures of 25 °C and 40 °C, the device supports stable operation and wearer comfort during extended data collection.

Modular Quick-Release Design

The headband, foam padding, and straps can be quickly removed and replaced, simplifying routine cleaning, maintenance, and worn-part replacement. This helps lower maintenance costs and streamline device turnaround in intensive data collection workflows.

Specifications

Product NameEGO-2S-DST / 63mm BaselineEGO-2-DST / 120mm Baseline
Weight< 120g< 130g
Ideal Working Range0.2 – 2 m
FOVH 149° / V 100°, Downward Tilt 55°
Shutter TypeGlobal Shutter
Resolution@Frame Rate1920×1200@30fps; 1920×1080@30fps
IMU6-axis IMU, 400 / 1000 Hz
Synchronization AccuracyIMU-Images < 1ms
Wireless ConnectivityWi-Fi 5 + Bluetooth 5.2
Operating Temperature-10 °C ~ 40 °C

EGO Quad

An egocentric data collection module with 4 × 2 MP fisheye RGB cameras, approximately 280° horizontal coverage, integrated 6-axis IMU and audio, sub-1 ms multi-device synchronization, and on-device computing for data capture, preprocessing, and quality inspection.

Orbbec EGO Quad

FOV 280° Ultra-Wide Coverage

Four 2 MP fisheye RGB cameras provide an approximately 280° horizontal field of view, extending coverage across side environments and interaction areas. This reduces blind spots and missed data, enabling more complete first-person capture of the surrounding environment and human interactions.

6 TOPS On-Device Computing

Built-in 6 TOPS edge computing supports data capture, preprocessing, quality inspection, and other on-device workloads, reducing reliance on an external host and enabling a lighter, more flexible data collection setup.

Coordinated Multi-Camera Capture

Front and side-facing camera modules work together to extend environmental coverage while providing richer visual input for SLAM, spatial localization, and scene understanding.

Built-In Battery for Mobile Capture

An integrated battery supports continuous operation while reducing cable constraints and dependence on external power, making the system better suited for mobile deployment and rapid data collection.

Open Interfaces for Multimodal Expansion

Expansion interfaces such as USB 3.0 Host support external cameras and other data collection devices, with unified multi-device management for flexible expansion across additional sensors and data modalities.

Specifications

Product NameEGO Quad
Cameras4 × 2MP Fisheye Cameras
Resolution@Frame Rate1920×1200@30fps; 1920×1080@30fps; 1600×1200@60/30fps
FOV Mono: H 165° / V 130°
After Stitching: HFOV ≈ 280°
Front Stereo Baseline100 mm
Lateral Stereo ModuleSLAM Available
Ideal Working Range0.2 – 2 m
Video EncodingH.264 / H.265
IMU6-axis IMU, 400 / 800 / 1000 Hz
Synchronization AccuracyIMU-Images < 1 ms; External Sync Support
Wireless ConnectivityWi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth 5.2
Operating Temperature-10 °C ~ 45 °C

EGO Depth

EGO Depth integrates the Gemini 335L stereo 3D camera, combining RGB, depth, and IMU data with unified timestamps and spatial alignment for high-quality, temporally consistent data capture. Its depth enhancement engine improves depth data quality on transparent or reflective surfaces and object edges, providing more complete and reliable multimodal training data for precise robotic manipulation tasks.

Orbbec EGO Depth

RGB Image

Raw Depth

Enhanced Depth

WristCam · Wrist-Level Near-Field Interaction Capture Module

Wrist-1

Wrist-1 is a wrist-worn module for data collection. Synchronized with EGO via Hub, cameras on both wrists continuously record close-up video of hand–object interactions during dexterous manipulation. These views complement the egocentric perspective by providing additional close-range views of hand and object movements and interaction details that may otherwise be obscured.

Orbbec Wrist-1

Ultra-Wide Near-Field Coverage

With a 165° horizontal and 130° vertical field of view, WristCam captures close-up video of hand–object interactions and dexterous manipulation. These wrist-level views complement EGO’s head-mounted perspective, revealing interaction details that may otherwise be obscured.

Hub for Centralized Connection and Synchronization

Hub connects WristCam, EGO, and other compatible devices through a unified interface, enabling synchronized multimodal data collection and flexible multi-device configurations. *

Lightweight Design for Natural Movement

Weighing less than 75 g, WristCam helps reduce wrist load during extended wear. Its lightweight design minimizes interference with natural hand movements, making it well suited for continuous visual capture of close-range interactions.

*Hub is included with the purchase of Wrist-1.

Specifications

Product NameWrist-1
Cameras1 × 2MP Fisheye Camera
Shutter TypeGlobal Shutter
Resolution@Frame Rate1600×1200@60/30fps
FOVH 165° / V 130°
Ideal Working Range0.2 – 2 m
Video EncodingH.264 / H.265
IMU6-axis IMU, 400 / 1000 Hz
Synchronization AccuracyIMU-Images < 1 ms; External Sync Support
Wireless ConnectivityWi-Fi 5 + Bluetooth 5.2
InterfacesUSB 2.0
Operating Temperature-10 °C ~ 45 °C

UMI · Handheld Manipulation Data Collection Module​

UMI F-3

Designed for visual–tactile data collection tasks, UMI combines close-range RGB imaging with high-precision tactile sensing to collect synchronized visual, contact, and force data from real-world demonstrations. Together, these modalities capture a more complete picture of physical interactions, providing high-quality data for dexterous robotic manipulation, imitation learning, and Physical AI model training.

Orbbec UMI F-3

Specifications

Product NameUMI F-3
CaptureImages, IMU Data, Gripper Opening Data
FOV H 165° / V 130°
Mono SLAM: H 130° / V 95°
Resolution1600×1200
Frame Rate30 fps / 60 fps
Synchronization Accuracy< 1 ms
IMU6-axis IMU + 3-axis magnetometer
ConnectivityWi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth 5.2
Opening Angle130°

Evolving Multimodal Portfolio

Orbbec’s evolving portfolio spans EGO, WristCam, and UMI, supporting coordinated data collection across multiple capture positions and sensor modalities. RGB, depth, IMU, and tactile inputs provide richer visual, spatial, and interaction context for robot learning. The portfolio continues to expand with new form factors and task-specific devices to support a broader range of applications and increasingly complex data collection workflows.

Evolving Multimodal Portfolio

Reliable Data Collection for Long-Running Tasks

Consistent frame rates, image quality, and calibration support reliable recording over extended sessions. With a target frame-drop rate of no more than one in 100,000 frames, the system helps minimize data gaps and unusable segments, reducing repeat collection and downstream data cleaning.

* No dropped frames were observed during more than 36 hours of continuous data collection task in testing under typical operating conditions.

Precise Timestamp Synchronization

Hub synchronizes data streams from EGO, WristCam, UMI, and other connected devices with unified timestamps across the system with <1 ms synchronization accuracy. This ensures visual, motion, and interaction data aligned in shared time reference, reducing post-processing effort and improving training data quality for robot learning.

Precise Timestamp Synchronization

Ergonomic Design for Comfort and Reliability

Lightweight construction and an ergonomic fit help reduce wearing fatigue. Optimized cooling and protective design support comfort and reliable operation. Built for frequent use, the hardware supports large-scale data collection.

Ergonomic Design for Comfort and Reliability

Ego Viewer Integrated Data Management & Visualization Tool

Ego Viewer combines device connectivity, real-time data visualization, data management, and quality checks in one application. It supports EGO, UMI, WristCam, and other compatible devices, simplifying multimodal data collection. Upfront data quality checks help reduce data gaps, repeat collection, and post-processing work, saving time and manual effort. This streamlines the transition from data collection to model training and supports large-scale deployment.

Desktop Interface ▼

Mobile Interface ▼

Windows / Linux / Android / iOS

Cross-Platform Support. Fast Deployment.

MP4 / MCAP

Standardized Output. Streamlined Data Processing.

<1 ms Hardware Sync Accuracy

Unified Timing. Synchronized Multimodal Visualization.

Flexible Data Transfer & Secure Local Storage

Upload data over Wi-Fi or save it locally to an SD card. Data saved to the SD card is encrypted to help reduce the risk of unauthorized access and data leakage.

Flexible Data Transfer & Secure Local Storage

Built-In Data Quality Function, Less Rework

Ego Viewer provides data quality assessment and anomaly detection tools to help users identify potential issues during data collection. These tools help reduce unusable data, repeat collection, and post-processing effort.

Built-In Data Quality Function, Less Rework

Open SDK & Interfaces for Flexible Integration

Built on Orbbec SDK v2, Ego Viewer provides open data interfaces for custom development, algorithm integration, and connectivity with compatible third-party data collection devices. This flexibility helps users tailor the system to their data collection and management workflows.

Open SDK & Interfaces for Flexible Integration

Orbbec Customized Robot-Free Data Collection Hardware

CM/JDM Hardware Customization: Extending Robotics Vision Expertise to Data Collection

Time, Space & Multi-
Camera Consistency

Precise Camera Calibration

Wearable Structure Design

Scalable Manufacturing Capability

Advanced Multi-Sensor Design

250,000+ ㎡

Combined Manufacturing Footprint

7,000+

Global Enterprise Clients

2,000+

3D vision patents

10+

Years of Expertise in 3D Vision

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What applications are Orbbec's robot-free data collection products designed for?
Orbbec's robot-free data collection products are designed for Embodied AI, robot learning, imitation learning, and Vision-Language-Action (VLA) model training. Through head-worn, wrist-worn, and handheld devices, they collect real-world human demonstrations, environmental information, and hand-object interaction data. Applications include household tasks, industrial assembly, warehouse picking, tool use, and dexterous manipulation, enabling customers to build high-quality, scalable real-world training datasets.
Q2. How do I choose between EGO, WristCam, and UMI data collection devices?
Orbbec offers a multimodal data collection portfolio covering head-worn, wrist-worn, and handheld devices. The EGO series is designed for first-person data collection. EGO Dual offers two stereo baseline options: 63 mm and 120 mm. The lightweight 63 mm version is ideal for extended wear and large-scale data collection, while the 120 mm version is optimized for high-precision near-field hand-object interactions and dexterous manipulation. EGO Quad provides an approximately 280° wide field of view, while EGO Depth combines RGB, depth, and IMU data collection. WristCam adds wrist-level views of near-field hand-object interactions, and UMI is designed for manipulation demonstrations. Customers can choose individual devices or integrated configurations based on their required viewpoints, data modalities, and tasks.
Q3. How does Orbbec ensure stability and data quality during long-duration data collection?
Orbbec combines industry-leading camera calibration expertise with low-power design and optimized thermal management for continuous data collection. These capabilities help maintain stable frame rates, image quality, and data consistency over extended recording sessions. Under representative test conditions, Orbbec has demonstrated over 36 hours of continuous data collection with zero dropped frames, following stringent frame-loss control standards. This helps minimize missing data, repeated collection, and post-processing rework, providing a reliable foundation for large-scale data collection.
Q4. Does Orbbec support synchronized multimodal data collection across multiple devices? What is the synchronization accuracy?
Yes. Through the Hub synchronization unit, Orbbec enables EGO, WristCam, UMI, and other compatible devices to operate within a unified data collection system, with timestamp synchronization across RGB, depth, IMU, and other interaction data. Supported configurations achieve sub-millisecond (<1 ms) hardware synchronization accuracy, enabling precise alignment of data from multiple viewpoints and sensors. This reduces post-processing effort and improves the consistency of multimodal training datasets.
Q5. Does Orbbec provide data management software? What data formats are supported?
Orbbec provides Ego Viewer, an integrated data management and visualization tool that supports compatible device integration, real-time data visualization, data collection management, and built-in data quality checks. The software supports Windows, Linux, Android, and iOS, with standardized data formats including MP4 and MCAP. Ego Viewer streamlines workflows from data collection and quality checks to data management, improving overall operational efficiency.
Q6. Does Orbbec provide an SDK and open interfaces for third-party system integration?
Yes. Orbbec provides Orbbec SDK v2 and open data interfaces, enabling device integration, parameter configuration, data collection, and processing. These development capabilities support custom application development, algorithm integration, and third-party device expansion. Customers can integrate Orbbec data collection devices into their existing data collection, data management, and robot learning workflows based on specific project requirements.
Q7. Does Orbbec support customized development and large-scale deployment?
Yes. Orbbec offers Contract Manufacturing (CM) and Joint Design Manufacturing (JDM) services, supporting customized sensor configurations, camera layouts, wearable structures, hardware interfaces, and software integration. Backed by expertise in multi-sensor design, precision calibration, and scalable manufacturing, Orbbec provides end-to-end solutions covering product development, system integration, and volume production.

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