Microduck

Microduck is an innovative open-source bipedal robot designed for developers, robotics enthusiasts, and AI researchers interested in reinforcement learning and robot training. Standing at just 25cm and priced at $399, it offers an accessible platform for sim-to-real training, allowing users to develop and test behaviors in simulation before deploying them in the real world. Created by Hugging Face and Pollen Robotics, Microduck comes with seven pre-trained behaviors, making it easier for users to get started with robotics experimentation. Its open-source software stack, licensed under Apache 2.0, provides a flexible environment for cloning, modifying, and retraining, fostering a community-driven approach to robot development. The compact size, affordability, and open-source nature make Microduck ideal for educational purposes, hobbyists, and research projects aiming to explore reinforcement learning in robotics.