K-Bot

K-Scale Labs

Available

2024

K-Bot

140 cm

35 kg

K-Scale Labs' K-Bot represents a breakthrough in making humanoid robotics accessible to developers and researchers. As a Y Combinator W24 startup founded by Benjamin Bolte, K-Scale Labs is revolutionizing the field with their open-source approach. ## Physical Specifications Standing at 4'7" (140 cm) and weighing 77 pounds (35 kg), K-Bot is a full-size humanoid robot that delivers human-like locomotion and manipulation capabilities. The robot features powerful 120 N·m actuators that enable dynamic movements and substantial payload handling. ## Open-Source Philosophy K-Bot runs on K-Scale OS, built in Rust for reliability and performance. What sets it apart is the complete openness - all hardware designs, software, and AI models are freely available. The modular design allows customizable end-effectors for diverse tasks, making it ideal for research and development. ## Developer Platform The robot supports simulation in environments like NVIDIA Isaac, enabling developers to train and test AI models before deployment. This comprehensive software tooling allows anyone to develop models for simple tasks without initial hardware investment. ## Market Positioning At $10,999, K-Bot is positioned as an affordable alternative to robots costing $100,000+, democratizing access to humanoid robotics for universities, startups, and independent researchers. The company's mission is to accelerate robotics development by making advanced platforms accessible to a broader community of innovators.