MICRODUCK MD-01

Microduck
MD-01 Robot

Microduck, also known as Micro Duck, is a compact biped robot with open-source software. Start with the included controller, then explore coding and simulation.

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Open-source · 15 motors · 25 cm

Full robot price: $399.00
Pre-order deposit: $119.00
Balance before dispatch: $280.00

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See Microduck in motion

Watch Pollen Robotics’ 51-second launch film, then explore the official browser simulator.

Official launch film · 51 secondsPrototype shown. Final product may differ. Some scenes show optional accessories.Open the film directly

Start with the controller

The published robot package includes a battery, USB-C cable and game controller. Basic controller use and developing your own behaviours are separate paths.

First-use and controller guide

Explore before you build

Try the official simulation in your browser. It demonstrates a virtual robot; hardware, accessories and real-world performance are not verified by the simulation.

Open the official simulator Simulation and development guide

Product overview by Pollen Robotics · Specifications and sources

POLLEN ROBOTICS × HUGGING FACE

A path from controller to code

Microduck is developed by Pollen Robotics, part of Hugging Face. Start with the included controller; developers can explore the published open-source stack and simulation resources.

MuJoCo simulation

Train and refine a behaviour in simulation before a careful hardware test.

Hugging Face Jobs

Pollen Robotics describes Jobs as one option for training policies. Availability and requirements depend on that service.

Check Pollen Robotics’ published workflow

Built to move

A little character. A lot of capability.

Start with the included controller. Train skills in simulation and deploy them to the real robot. Make room for your next experiment.

Walk

Roll

Build

Play

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Microduck MD-01 Robot
Full product price $399.00$119.00 deposit due nowBalance before dispatch $280.00 Pre-order Choose colour This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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Train it. Teach it.

Make it yours.

Open interfaces give you room to tune motion, test behavior and build your own experiments.

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Microduck MD-01: your questions answered

What is the Microduck robot?

MD-01 is an open-source biped robot for learning, building and play. Start with the included controller, then explore motion and behaviour development. The robot stands 25 cm tall and uses 15 motors.

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How much does Microduck MD-01 cost?

The full robot price is $399.00. The listed robot deposit is $119.00, with a robot balance of $280.00 due before dispatch. Optional packs cost extra and are paid in full alongside the deposit. Checkout shows the final amount due now.

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Where should I start with setup and accessories?

Read the setup and usage guide before getting started. Compare the available accessory packs and check each product’s contents before choosing your setup.

MD-01 setup and usage guide Compare Microduck accessory packs

Pre-order details

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The robot deposit is up to US$119 including applicable robot tax. Optional packs are paid in full alongside it. Only the remaining robot balance is paid before dispatch; checkout shows the final amount due now.

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MicroduckMD-01 Robot