Bolt | High-Speed Cinema Robot
MRMC (Mark Roberts Motion Control) Bolt is the industry-leading high-speed cinema robot. Designed specifically for capturing dynamic, high-speed shots, it delivers the precision and performance impossible to achieve by hand or with conventional equipment. It brings a completely new visual dimension to commercials, tabletop, film, and television productions.
Product Overview
The Bolt High-Speed Cinebot is the ultimate all-in-one solution for high-speed filming. It can accelerate from standstill to full speed and stop in fractions of a second, capturing fast-paced action with razor-sharp focus in slow motion. When combined with track, it achieves a maximum camera speed of 12 m/s, setting the benchmark for high-speed image capture.
Key Performance Specifications:
- Maximum Camera Speed (Arm + Track): 12 m/s
- Camera Payload: Up to 20 kg
- Reach (from rotate centre): 2.0 m
- Maximum Camera Height: 3.5 m
- Track Speed: Up to 5 m/s
Key Highlights
1. Extreme High-Speed Performance
The Bolt accelerates and decelerates almost instantly. It reaches up to 7 m/s at the camera during arm arc moves and 12 m/s when combined with track, with ultra-fast 180° rotation in just one second. It can keep up with virtually any fast action.
2. Powerful Payload & Operating Range
- Supports up to 20 kg cine cameras and accessories
- 2.0 m reach and 3.5 m maximum height
- Can also be used as a high-precision model mover
3. 6-Axis Precision Robotic Arm
Built with high-accuracy servo motors, the six-axis arm ensures smooth, stable, and fully repeatable movements across all shooting scenarios.
4. Flair Software Integration
Powered by MRMC’s flagship Flair motion control software, which supports up to 500 axes of motion. It integrates seamlessly with Unreal Engine and other CGI systems for complex path programming and virtual production workflows.
5. Flexible Track Extension
Running the Bolt on track adds a 7th axis for unlimited length and long-distance dynamic tracking at high speeds, ideal for following subjects over extended distances.
Technical Specifications
Operating Envelope:
- Max Height (from ground): 3.5 m (11’5″)
- Max Reach (from rotate centre): 2.0 m (6’6″)
- Lowest Position: 0 m
Rig Performance:
- Arm Arc Move: 7 m/s max at camera
- Arm + Track: 12 m/s max at camera
- Track Only: 5 m/s max
- Rotate: -160° to +160° @ 240°/s
- Lift: -40° to +210° @ 240°/s
Weights & Power:
- Rig Weight (with base): 600 kg (1323 lbs)
- Maximum Camera Payload: 20 kg (44 lbs)
- Power Requirements: 3x 400V, 32A, 50-60Hz
- Recommended Generator: 3kVA (Bolt only), 14kVA (Bolt on track)
Ideal Applications
The Bolt excels in productions requiring high speed and high precision, including:
- High-end commercials and tabletop cinematography
- Macro and product high-speed shooting
- Feature films and television dynamic action sequences
- Virtual production and heavy VFX work
- Model mover applications with precise synchronization
- Sports and action slow-motion effects
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