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Physical AI & Humanoid Robotics Textbook

A complete and practical learning system where you master the future: humanoid robotics, ROS 2, large action models, simulation, VLA systems, hardware, and advanced AI for next-generation intelligent machines.

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What This Textbook Covers

This is a complete AI-native engineering curriculum designed for physical AI, humanoid robots, embodied intelligence, ROS 2 programming, digital twin simulations, and Vision-Language-Action (VLA) systems. Each module builds your robotics superpowers step by step.

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Module 1: ROS 2 Foundations

Learn ROS 2 — the nervous system of modern robots. Build nodes, topics, services, actions, publishers, subscribers, QoS, and real robot workflows.

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Module 2: Simulation & Digital Twins

Master simulation systems: Gazebo, Unity Robotics, Isaac Sim, and digital twin workflows for training and testing robots safely.

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Module 3: Hardware Foundations

Motors, actuators, torque control, IMUs, sensors, microcontrollers, embedded systems — everything real humanoids need.

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Module 4: VLA — Vision, Language, Action

Learn the most advanced robotics architecture: perception models, LLM-driven command systems, action planners, and embodied AI agents.

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Module 5: Advanced AI & Motion Control

Reinforcement learning, motion planning, MPC, trajectory optimization, and how robots think and move intelligently.

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Module 6: Designing Humanoid Robots

Learn end-to-end humanoid creation: mechanical design, kinematics, actuators, morphologies, energy systems, and AI-driven movement.

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Appendix

Glossary, research papers, references, external resources, and further reading for mastering robotics and AI.

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Why This Textbook is AI-Native & Future-Focused

AI-Driven Design

Built fully around modern robotics workflows, from LLM agents to VLA systems and intelligent controllers.

Hands-On Learning

Every module includes practical steps, code examples, simulations, and real robot applications.

Industry-Inspired Curriculum

The content reflects what Tesla Bots, Figure AI, Apptronik, and Sanctuary AI use in real humanoid robotics pipelines.

Begin Your Robotics Journey

The future belongs to physical AI, embodied intelligence, and humanoid robotics. Start mastering it today.

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