Proof of Usefulness Report

Open Robotics

Analysis completed on 2/8/2026

+710
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

Open Robotics (OSRF/Intrinsic) is the foundational entity behind ROS (Robot Operating System), the global standard for robotics middleware. The project has exceptional real-world utility and was acquired by Alphabet's Intrinsic in 2022, demonstrating maximum traction. However, this specific submission appears to be low-effort or potentially unofficial ('WhisperStone', suspicious email, 'marketcap: 17000000'), containing hyperbolic claims ('everyone', 'most people') and inaccurate data. The score reflects the massive verified value of the project itself, heavily penalized by the poor quality of the submission response.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+237.5
Audience Reach Impact+112
Technical Innovation+135
Evidence Of Traction+200
Market Timing Relevance+90
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+777
Usefulness Multiplierx0.91
Final Score+710

Project Details

Project URL
Description
At Open Robotics, we work with industry, academia, and government to create and support open software and hardware for use in robotics, from research and education to product development.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Strong market validation with clear user adoption patterns
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline