The NAO6 is the latest generation of the brilliant NAO humanoid robot family. Having continuously evolved from the 1st generation, this 6th generation model gives even more performance and greater capabilities than ever before. Improvements have been made in virtually every area as well as a host of new features such as a dual-mode camera and auto-focus. NAO is still the most widely used humanoid robot for academic purposes worldwide. The robot creates a unique human-robot interaction experience and is a renowned teaching aid for use in areas such as robotics, systems and control and computer sciences. Use NAO to explore programming, sensors, interaction with people and the environment and much more. The robot is capable of autonomous movement, and can converse with anyone as well as identifying objects and interacting with its environment. Anyone can write the programs that let NAO know what you want it to do, the graphical interface of the Choregraphe software. Students can explore event-based, sequential or parallel programming using the configurable behaviour boxes. You can also create your own behaviours, as well as using Python to write more complex scripts. NAO robot can be programmed by either connecting an Ethernet cable between the robot and your computer, or via a WiFi connection. The software suite is compatible with Windows, Mac and Linux. Note: Please note that these robots can only be supplied to educational establishments.

• Robot supplied with 2 year warranty (excluding battery)
• NAO robot stands 58cm tall and is packed full of technology
• Humanoid body with 25 degrees of freedom for realistic movement
• 1-Year maintenance extension available (70-8896)

Please note: Pepper is a SoftBank Robotics trademark

NAO can only be supplied to schools, colleges and universities. To find out more, please contact education@rapidonline.com or call us and speak to a member of the Education Team.

Free 'How to Program NAO' e-books can be downloaded here

Please note: The NAO batteries are only supplied with a 1 year warranty

This Academic Edition Pepper Robot is specifically designed to provide friendly and engaging human interaction in a variety of applications. Supplied with NAOqi 2.9 (Android), Pepper can be programmed by creating or installing applications, such as Plural.io or Pepper SDK.

Plural.io is a content management system for Avatar, Pepper, NAO, and Temi robots. This program allows for the creation of high-quality projects without the need for written coding. Plural contains a wealth of features and advanced elements, the perfect companion for a streamlined integration of robotics into a vast range of sectors. Custom API requests, IoT Triggers, and SMS functions are just a few of the drag-and-drop options within Plural. The system also contains Robot-to-Robot Chat and Command elements, enabling robots linked to your Plural account to chat and control each other!

Pepper SDK is an Android Studio plug-in that provides a set of graphical tools and a Java library called the QiSDK. This application allows you to control Pepper from its tablet, and enhance the robot's autonomous abilities using Kotlin or Java syntax.

Either of the above programs can be used to make Pepper perceive emotions and adapt its behaviour to the mood of the humans around it. Pepper can identify joy, sadness, anger, or surprise and respond appropriately making interactions with humans incredibly natural and intuitive.

Pepper Robot has astonishing flexibility and fluidity of movement, with a total of 20 degrees of freedom. This robot can gesture with the speed and grace of a human, all whilst its 3 omnidirectional wheels enable the robot to move around freely through 360°. Fitted with a 10.1 inch touch screen tablet, Pepper can be programmed to display images, videos, web pages, or applications, making interacting with the robot simple and convenient.

Pepper was designed to make interactions with human beings as natural and intuitive as possible and as a result, the robot has been used in commercial applications all over the world.

Along with its impressive movement and interactive tablet, this robot has a wealth of sensors to improve performance and programming experience. These include:

• Microphones
• Touch sensors
• Infrared sensors
• Collision bumpers
• Inertial unit
• Sonars
• 2D & 3D cameras

The Academic package includes a Pepper Robot, a 30Ah battery with Charger, and a 2-year warranty.

Pepper's charging convenience and battery performance can be improved by combining the robot with its compatible Charging Station. The robot can even be programmed to return to its station when its battery is low.

To view Pepper's online handbook please click here.

Please watch our free demo, which has been created using Plural.io, to show how Pepper could be integrated into a wide range of environments. Computer sound required:

This Academic Edition Pepper Robot is specifically designed to provide friendly and engaging human interaction in a variety of applications. Supplied with NAOqi 2.5 (Python), Pepper can be programmed using the bespoke Choregraphe software.

Choregraphe can be used to build, manage, and develop social behaviours for your robot. The autonomous talking humanoid robot can be programmed to perceive emotions and adapt its behaviour to the mood of the humans around it. Pepper can identify joy, sadness, anger, or surprise and respond appropriately making interactions with humans incredibly natural and intuitive. Advanced users can also develop applications and behaviours using the Python and C++ SDKs.

Pepper Robot has astonishing flexibility and fluidity of movement, with a total of 20 degrees of freedom. This robot can gesture with the speed and grace of a human, all whilst its 3 omnidirectional wheels enable the robot to move around freely through 360°. Fitted with a 10.1 inch touch screen tablet, Pepper can be programmed to display images, videos, web pages, or applications, making interacting with the robot simple and convenient.

Pepper was designed to make interactions with human beings as natural and intuitive as possible and as a result, the robot has been used in commercial applications all over the world.

Along with its impressive movement and interactive tablet, this robot has a wealth of sensors to improve performance and programming experience. These include:

• Microphones
• Touch sensors
• Infrared sensors
• Collision bumpers
• Inertial unit
• Sonars
• 2D & 3D cameras

The Academic package includes a Pepper Robot, a 30Ah battery with Charger, and a 2-year warranty.

Pepper's charging convenience and battery performance can be improved by combining the robot with its compatible Charging Station. The robot can even be programmed to return to its station when its battery is low.

To view Pepper's online handbook please click here.

Watch Pepper in action:

Please note:

• Pepper is a SoftBank Robotics trademark
• Mac compatibility of Choregraphe is for OS X 10.8.3 and previous.
• NAOqi 2.5 Pepper is not compatible with Plural.io. NAOqi 2.9 Pepper is available separately.

The Pepper Charging Station is used with the battery charger supplied with Pepper. It automates recharging and gives the Pepper robot its independence.

Instead of manually plugging in the battery charger every time Pepper wants a charge, you simply connect the battery charger to the charging station and Pepper can charge itself.

After configuring the charging station, the Pepper robot can charge itself in three different ways:

• When Pepper's battery level is low (around 15%), it will automatically go to its charging station. (You can set Pepper to leave its charging station before the battery reaches 100% if you want to shorten the battery charging time)
• By responding to your vocal command, such as: 'Go to your charging station' and 'Leave your charging station'
• By using charging hours that you can activate and configure. The charging hours are a time-frame during which Pepper isn't required and is allowed to use its charging station. In this mode, The Pepper robot does not leave its charging station before the end time, even if you ask it to by using a vocal command

Please note: Pepper is a SoftBank Robotics trademark

Move and store your NAO robot safely and easily with this super-strong wheeled transport case.

• Retractable rubber-coated handle
• Two built-in wheels
• Four press-and-pull latches
• Two padlock loops
• Durable lightweight HPX® polycarbonate resin
• Water resistant
• Inner dimensions: 55.9 x 43.2 x 25.4cm (22 x 17 x 10in.)
• Outer dimensions: 62.5 x 50 x 29.7cm (24.6 x 19.7 x 11.7in.)
• Weight (empty) 7.62kg (16.8lb)

Please note: The styrofoam packing supplied with your NAO robot at time of delivery should be retained to fit inside the case. This will then give perfect protection for your robot during transportation and storage.