Meet RIBA, the robot nurse bear.
RIBA — short for “Robot for Interactive Body Assistance”
The cheery-looking machine has long, multi-jointed arms embedded with an array of tactile sensors that help it optimize the lifting and carrying of humans. For safety purposes, RIBA's entire body is covered in a soft skin molded from an advanced lightweight urethane foam developed by TRI. The soft skin is designed to ensure the comfort of patients while they are being carried. In addition, the arm joints yield slightly under pressure -- much like human arms do -- further increasing the level of comfort and safety.
The robotic bear can also recognize faces and voices, as well as respond to spoken commands. Using visual and audio data from its surroundings, RIBA can identify co-workers, determine the position of those nearby, and respond flexibly to changes in the immediate environment. The motors operate silently, and a set of omni-directional wheels allow the robot to navigate tight spaces inside hospitals and nursing facilities.
Video and more photos at link.
http://www.pinktentacle.com/2009/08/rib ... urse-bear/
RIBA robot nurse bear
RIBA robot nurse bear
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Re: RIBA robot nurse bear
bizarre. I'm not sure I'm down with giant white teddies with mustashes
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