Module 4: Vision-Language-Action (VLA)
Welcome to the fourth and final module of the Physical AI & Humanoid Robotics Textbook! This module brings together all the concepts learned in the previous modules to build complete humanoid robots with advanced capabilities.
Overview
In this module, you'll learn:
- Humanoid kinematics and dynamics
- How to implement bipedal locomotion for human-like walking
- Advanced manipulation and grasping techniques
- How to process voice commands with OpenAI Whisper
- How to implement cognitive planning with Large Language Models
- How to build conversational AI for robots
- How to create multi-modal interactions
- How to build a complete capstone project
Prerequisites
- Completed all previous modules (Modules 1-3)
- Understanding of advanced robotics concepts
- Proficiency in programming and AI frameworks
- Experience with ROS 2 and simulation environments
Chapters
This module contains 8 chapters that will teach you to build complete humanoid systems:
- Humanoid Kinematics & Dynamics
- Bipedal Locomotion
- Manipulation & Grasping
- Voice-to-Action with OpenAI Whisper
- Cognitive Planning with LLMs
- GPT Integration for Conversational AI
- Multi-Modal Interaction
- Capstone Project - Autonomous Humanoid
Each chapter includes hands-on exercises, code examples, and assessments to reinforce your learning.