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Module 3: Hardware Foundations

Hardware Profiles (static)​

  • GPU: NVIDIA RTX class (VRAM critical)
  • CPU: high-core, modern generation
  • RAM: 32–64 GB recommended
  • OS: Ubuntu LTS

Edge AI: Jetson Orin Kits (conceptual)​

  • Use Jetson for inference and real-time edge processing.
  • List of peripherals: RealSense camera, USB mic array, power management, SD cards.

Robot Lab Options (text only)​

  • Proxy Approach: quadruped or arm as proxy for humanoid algorithms.
  • Miniature humanoids for kinematics demonstrations.
  • Premium humanoids for sim-to-real deployment planning.

Procurement & Budgeting Notes​

  • Provide an itemized list to include approximate costs, tradeoffs and minimum specs.