Kaia

Kaia.ai is an open-source software platform designed to enable the development and operation of intelligent robots. It leverages the Robot Operating System 2 (ROS2), machine learning/artificial intelligence (ML/AI), Python, and Arduino to provide a flexible and extensible foundation for robotics projects. The platform supports a wide range of hardware, including ESP32 microcontrollers and various LiDAR sensors, making it suitable for robotics developers who want to integrate advanced sensing and navigation capabilities.

The platform offers firmware, ROS2 configuration files, and libraries that facilitate robot control, mapping, navigation, and sensor integration. Kaia.ai also provides tools and tutorials for connecting popular sensors like 2D LiDARs to microcontrollers, supporting real-time robotics applications. Its open-source nature and modular architecture allow developers to customize and extend functionality to fit specific robotic use cases.

Kaia.ai differentiates itself by combining robotics middleware (ROS2) with modern AI/ML techniques and broad hardware compatibility, including Arduino and ESP32 ecosystems. It also supports micro-ROS for embedded systems, enabling real-time control on resource-constrained devices. The platform is actively maintained with community support forums, extensive documentation, and ongoing updates such as new sensor libraries and architecture talks. Developers can get started by downloading firmware and software from the official site, exploring SDKs and API references, and joining community channels for support.