Introduction Trial Plan for "Small Doctor" Compact Inspection Drone, Operable by Anyone, Starts Accepting Applications from May 12 (Tuesday)!
ERI Robotics will launch an introduction trial plan for its "Small Doctor series" of compact indoor inspection drones, operable by anyone, starting May 12, 2026. This allows companies, even those without prior drone experience, to consider adoption after on-site flight tests.
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ERI Robotics Co., Ltd. (President: Takashi Fujimoto, Headquarters: Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, hereinafter referred to as "the Company"), an ERI Group company aiming for the coexistence of drones and people, announced today that it will begin offering an introduction trial plan for its "Small Doctor series" of compact indoor inspection drones starting May 12, 2026 (Tuesday).
Additionally, the Company has released explanatory videos on its official YouTube channel demonstrating how the drones are utilized. Please watch to see how our drones, boasting industry-leading flight stability (*1), are used for inspections in confined spaces.
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@erirobotics_drone (URL)
◆ About the "Small Doctor Series" of Compact Indoor Inspection Drones
ERI Robotics is a company dedicated to realizing a society where robotics and people coexist. Aiming to be "the most utilized robotics company in the field worldwide," we strive to contribute to the realization of a collaborative society with drones and robotics. To achieve this, we are promoting the DX transformation of "on-site" operations and developing equipment that not only addresses labor shortages but also enables safe and easy inspections of dangerous sites by collaborating with drones and robotics.
Currently, the Company has developed three models in the "Small Doctor" series. We offer "Small Doctor Crawl," capable of photography and inspection in confined spaces with industry-leading flight stability (*1), and "Small Doctor Edge," specialized for inspecting complex and dark areas such as ceiling ancillary facilities and lighting. Through miniaturization and specialization of applications, these drones are used for inspections in specialized areas, reducing risks in all kinds of dangerous indoor work, such as at heights, in enclosed spaces, and over wide areas. They also enable reductions in scaffolding installation costs and the creation of 3D models from captured data. Furthermore, they are widely used as inspection drones that can be easily operated even by individuals without specialized drone piloting training.
◆ About the Introduction Trial Plan
Until now, the "Small Doctor" series developed and provided by the Company has been offered through purchase of the main unit and an optional starter set, or via an annual subscription. We received many requests from customers considering introduction who wished to perform a flight test at an actual drone inspection site before purchasing. We have received particularly strong feedback from companies that have not yet embarked on drone utilization.
Given our slogan "Anyone can operate," we decided to offer the "Small Doctor" series introduction trial plan starting May 12, 2026 (Tuesday), to allow customers to experience the ease of operation of our aircraft. The trial plan is typically for one week per session, available from 150,000 yen (excluding tax) per set.
Safe and secure on-site operation is possible by attending a half-day operational training session for purchasers when flying the drone in a real environment.
Small Doctor Crawl (Ultra-confined environments such as under floors)
Small Doctor 03 (Confined environments such as above ceilings and near factory piping)
Small Doctor Edge (High-altitude environments such as concrete structures)
【Introduction Trial Plan Overview】
Price per set: 150,000 yen (excluding tax)
Operational training fee: 30,000 yen (excluding tax) per person
Application method: Please inquire via our website.
https://www.r-eri.jp/
*1 Among comparisons of aircraft hovering behavior in indoor confined and dark spaces.
◆ Company Overview
《ERI Robotics Co., Ltd.》
Company Name: ERI Robotics Co., Ltd. (Until December 31, 2025: TOMPLA Co., Ltd.)
President: Takashi Fujimoto
Location: Head Office / Technical Center: TOC Building 8F, Room 38, 7-22-17 Nishi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo
Kumamoto Field Center: 3-4-32 Hanazono, Nishi-ku, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture
Business Activities: Development and deployment of drone-based platforms
Established: March 2021
Additionally, the Company has released explanatory videos on its official YouTube channel demonstrating how the drones are utilized. Please watch to see how our drones, boasting industry-leading flight stability (*1), are used for inspections in confined spaces.
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@erirobotics_drone (URL)
◆ About the "Small Doctor Series" of Compact Indoor Inspection Drones
ERI Robotics is a company dedicated to realizing a society where robotics and people coexist. Aiming to be "the most utilized robotics company in the field worldwide," we strive to contribute to the realization of a collaborative society with drones and robotics. To achieve this, we are promoting the DX transformation of "on-site" operations and developing equipment that not only addresses labor shortages but also enables safe and easy inspections of dangerous sites by collaborating with drones and robotics.
Currently, the Company has developed three models in the "Small Doctor" series. We offer "Small Doctor Crawl," capable of photography and inspection in confined spaces with industry-leading flight stability (*1), and "Small Doctor Edge," specialized for inspecting complex and dark areas such as ceiling ancillary facilities and lighting. Through miniaturization and specialization of applications, these drones are used for inspections in specialized areas, reducing risks in all kinds of dangerous indoor work, such as at heights, in enclosed spaces, and over wide areas. They also enable reductions in scaffolding installation costs and the creation of 3D models from captured data. Furthermore, they are widely used as inspection drones that can be easily operated even by individuals without specialized drone piloting training.
◆ About the Introduction Trial Plan
Until now, the "Small Doctor" series developed and provided by the Company has been offered through purchase of the main unit and an optional starter set, or via an annual subscription. We received many requests from customers considering introduction who wished to perform a flight test at an actual drone inspection site before purchasing. We have received particularly strong feedback from companies that have not yet embarked on drone utilization.
Given our slogan "Anyone can operate," we decided to offer the "Small Doctor" series introduction trial plan starting May 12, 2026 (Tuesday), to allow customers to experience the ease of operation of our aircraft. The trial plan is typically for one week per session, available from 150,000 yen (excluding tax) per set.
Safe and secure on-site operation is possible by attending a half-day operational training session for purchasers when flying the drone in a real environment.
Small Doctor Crawl (Ultra-confined environments such as under floors)
Small Doctor 03 (Confined environments such as above ceilings and near factory piping)
Small Doctor Edge (High-altitude environments such as concrete structures)
【Introduction Trial Plan Overview】
Price per set: 150,000 yen (excluding tax)
Operational training fee: 30,000 yen (excluding tax) per person
Application method: Please inquire via our website.
https://www.r-eri.jp/
*1 Among comparisons of aircraft hovering behavior in indoor confined and dark spaces.
◆ Company Overview
《ERI Robotics Co., Ltd.》
Company Name: ERI Robotics Co., Ltd. (Until December 31, 2025: TOMPLA Co., Ltd.)
President: Takashi Fujimoto
Location: Head Office / Technical Center: TOC Building 8F, Room 38, 7-22-17 Nishi-Gotanda, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo
Kumamoto Field Center: 3-4-32 Hanazono, Nishi-ku, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture
Business Activities: Development and deployment of drone-based platforms
Established: March 2021