Duckietown
Duckietown is an educational robotics platform that uses small autonomous vehicles and a model urban environment to teach principles of robotics and artificial intelligence.
History
Duckietown is an educational initiative started at MIT in 2016. The project was designed to educate students on autonomous driving and robotics. Since its inception, Duckietown has expanded globally, engaging institutions and individuals worldwide in its mission to provide hands-on learning experiences with autonomous systems.
Founders
Duckietown was founded by a group of researchers and educators at MIT. The collaborative effort aimed to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application in the fields of robotics and autonomous vehicles. The founders leveraged their expertise to create a comprehensive curriculum that has since been adopted widely.
Services
Duckietown offers a variety of educational tools and resources aimed at teaching autonomous driving and robotics. These include detailed curricula, simulation environments, and physical kits that allow users to build and program small autonomous vehicles. Programs are designed for students and educators at different levels, from high school through university.
Sector
Duckietown operates within the educational technology and robotics sectors. The project focuses on providing accessible and engaging learning experiences in autonomous systems. By combining practical hands-on learning with theoretical coursework, Duckietown aims to advance the field of robotics education.