NAO 6
Compact programmable humanoid robot for education and research since 2006
NAO 6 is one of the most widely used humanoid robots in the world, with over 13,000 units deployed across more than 70 countries since its original introduction in 2006. Standing just 58 cm tall and weighing only 5.4 kg, NAO is a small-form-factor humanoid designed primarily for education and research. Now in its sixth generation, NAO has become the standard platform for teaching robotics, programming, and human-robot interaction at universities and schools worldwide.
Education and Research Standard
NAO’s success lies in its accessibility and robust ecosystem. The robot supports programming in Python, C++, Java, and visual block-based languages, making it suitable for students from elementary school to graduate programs. It comes with built-in speech recognition, text-to-speech, face detection, and touch sensors, providing a complete platform for exploring AI and robotics concepts without additional hardware.
Why NAO Endures
- Proven Platform: Nearly two decades of continuous development and community support
- Affordable Entry Point: At ~$12,000 CAD, it is accessible for educational institutions
- Rich Ecosystem: Extensive libraries, tutorials, and curriculum materials available
- Global Community: Thousands of developers and researchers share code and projects
Specifications
- height
- 58 cm
- weight
- 5.4 kg
Key Features
- Compact 58 cm form factor
- Fully programmable with multiple languages
- Built-in speech recognition and synthesis
- 7 touch sensors and 2 cameras
- Extensive educational curriculum
- Large global developer community