Master Thesis - Reinforcement Learning for wheeled, bipedal robots

About the Position

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft is one of the world's leading organizations for application-oriented research. We are currently seeking a Master Thesis student for a project on Reinforcement Learning for wheeled, bipedal robots. This role will focus on developing autonomous outdoor navigation solutions for mobile robots.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a simulation environment for a wheeled, bipedal robot in NVIDIA Isaac Sim.
• Develop and train reinforcement learning algorithms for hybrid locomotion tasks.
• Compare the simulated behavior with the real-world performance of our bipedal robot.

Requirements

• Valid enrollment at a German university/Hochschule.
• Background in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics or similar.
• Experience with Reinforcement Learning.
• Experience with NVIDIA Isaac Sim and Isaac Lab is a plus.
• Experience with ROS is a plus.
• Analytical mindset.
• Fluent in English or German.

We Offer

• Cutting-edge technology in the field of outdoor mobile robotics.
• Hands-on experience with our robots in Stuttgart.
• Opportunity to take on responsibility and implement your own ideas.
• Work with the best students in their discipline.
• Familiar atmosphere including Cake Thursday.

About the Company

Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft is a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence. With a focus on developing key technologies vital for the future, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and welcome all applications - regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation, and identity. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability.

Apply Now

Interested? Apply online now. We look forward to getting to know you!

Contact:

Ms. Jennifer Leppich

Recruiting

+49 711 970-1415

[email protected]

Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Engineering and Automation IPA

Requisition Number: 82451