Nao
Programmable humanoid robot for education and research
$7,990 – $16,000
Nao is a 58cm tall autonomous humanoid robot designed by SoftBank Robotics (formerly Aldebaran Robotics) for education, research, and human-robot interaction studies. With 25 degrees of freedom, multiple sensors, and an open SDK, Nao serves as a versatile platform for STEM education, autism therapy, and academic research. The robot is used in thousands of institutions worldwide, offering voice recognition, autonomous movement, and interactive programming capabilities.
Released: 2006
Estimated lead time: 6 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does the Nao cost?
- The Nao is priced from $7,990 to $16,000 USD. Contact Robozaps for current pricing, volume discounts, and financing options.
- Is the Nao available for commercial deployment?
- The Nao is widely deployed commercially with proven production track record. For lead times, evaluation units, and procurement, contact the Robozaps team.
- Who manufactures the Nao?
- The Nao is manufactured by Aldebaran. Aldebaran, now part of SoftBank Robotics, is a pioneering humanoid robotics company known for creating NAO and Pepper robots. The company focuses on developing interactive, programmable humanoid robots for education, research, healthcare, and customer service applications. Aldebaran's robots are designed to assist and engage with humans in natural ways, making advanced robotics accessible across various sectors. Robozaps is an independent broker that can help you source, evaluate, and deploy robots from leading manufacturers including Aldebaran.
- What type of robot is the Nao?
- The Nao is categorised as: Social Robots, Educational Robots, Humanoids. Robozaps can help you identify the right robot category and vendor for your specific application.
- What are the key specifications of the Nao?
- Key technical specifications for the Nao include: Weight: 5.4 kg, Degrees of Freedom: 25, Battery Life: 90 min. Full specs are available on this page. Contact Robozaps for a detailed datasheet.
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Deployment Evidence
NAO Robot — Wikipedia
NAO has been deployed in 70+ countries with 19,000+ units, primarily in education and research; used in RoboCup competitions and university robotics programs worldwide.
Deployment Readiness
Integration & SDK
- ROS Support
- Supported
- SDK Available
- Supported
- API Docs
- View Docs
- Supported Platforms
- Linux, ROS 1 (Melodic, Noetic), Python, C++, Java, JavaScript
Support & Service
Regions
| Tier | Response Time | SLA |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 72 hrs | — |
Specifications
Connectivity
| Communication | WiFi, Ethernet |
Mechanics
| Degrees of Freedom | 25 |
| Locomotion | Bipedal |
Physical
| Weight | 5.4 kg |
| Height | 580 mm |
Power
| Battery Life | 1.5 hours |
Sensing
| Sensors | 2 cameras, 4 microphones, sonar, tactile sensors, inertial unit |
Software
| SDK Support | Yes |
| ROS Compatible | Yes |
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