Humanoid & Quadruped Robotics for Australian Classrooms, Makers and Research Labs
Robotics is advancing quickly, and two platforms now dominate modern STEM and research programs: humanoid robots and quadruped robots. While both simulate aspects of real-world movement, each offers different learning outcomes, safety considerations and curriculum pathways.
This collection brings together Unitree’s leading humanoid (G1) and quadruped (Go2) platforms, selected and supported by Pakronics for Australian education.
Humanoid vs Quadruped — Quick Comparison
| Feature / Capability | Humanoid Robots (e.g., G1) | Quadrupeds (e.g., Go2 Air/Pro/EDU) |
|---|---|---|
| Mobility | Biped gait, human-like walking | Stable, dynamic, multi-terrain |
| Learning Focus | HRI, balance, gestures, manipulation | Autonomy, SLAM, perception, locomotion |
| Programming | Behaviour control, SDK, AI | App, graphical programming (Pro+), SDK, AI |
| Safety | Requires supervised indoor use | More stable, beginner-friendly |
| Curriculum Fit | HASS, Digital Tech, Engineering | Digital Tech v9, STEM labs, robotics engineering |
| Expandability | Arms, sensors, interaction modules | LiDAR, depth cameras, AI compute (Orin NX) |
| Best Users | Senior/tertiary students, researchers | Schools, makers, research labs |
Which should you choose?
If your goal is human-robot interaction, posture control, balance and manipulation, choose a humanoid like the Unitree G1 Basic / G1 EDU.
If you want mapping, autonomy, perception, SLAM or mobility research, choose a quadruped such as the Go2 Pro or Go2 EDU with Jetson Orin NX.
Pakronics provides guidance, PD workshops and long-term support for both pathways.
Why Pakronics?
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Official Australian education supplier for Unitree
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Classroom-tested advice for choosing the right platform
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Local support and PD for teachers and labs
