The future belongs to those who can harness the power of AI and robotics together. HERM is an educational platform designed to teach the next generation how to build sustainable, intelligent robots that will shape tomorrow's world.
The Educational Mission
Robotics and AI are transforming industries, but education in these fields often remains inaccessible or overly theoretical. HERM was created to change that. We believe in learning by building—providing hands-on experiences that bridge the gap between AI agents and physical robotics.
Whether you're a student exploring robotics for the first time, an educator looking for teaching resources, or a hobbyist wanting to understand AI agents, HERM provides the tools, tutorials, and community support you need.
Sustainable Robotics for the Future
As we teach robotics, we must also teach responsibility. HERM emphasizes sustainable design principles, showing learners how to build robots that are:
- •Resource-efficient — Using AI optimization to minimize energy consumption and material waste
- •Modular and repairable — Designed to be upgraded and maintained rather than discarded
- •Ethically designed — Built with human-centered AI that respects privacy and safety
What You'll Learn
Through HERM, you'll gain practical experience in:
- •AI Agent Integration — How to connect intelligent decision-making systems with robotic hardware
- •ROS & Modern Tools — Industry-standard robotics frameworks and workflows
- •Autonomous Navigation — Building robots that can understand and navigate their environment
- •Human-Robot Interaction — Creating intuitive interfaces for seamless collaboration
Why Open Source Education?
Education should be accessible to everyone. By making HERM completely open source—from hardware designs to software code to learning materials—we're removing barriers to entry. Anyone, anywhere can learn, contribute, and innovate.
Our community of learners and educators work together to improve tutorials, share projects, and help each other grow. Every question asked and answered becomes a resource for future learners.
Join the Learning Journey
HERM is just beginning. We're actively building:
- •Comprehensive step-by-step tutorials for all skill levels
- •Example projects demonstrating AI-robotics integration
- •Educational resources for teachers and students
- •A supportive community for learners to connect and collaborate
If you're interested in learning robotics, contributing educational resources, or helping others on their journey, we'd love to have you join us. Check out our GitHub repository to start learning, or reach out at jpalepu@icloud.com.
Let's learn to build the sustainable robots of the future, together.