Human-following robots have potential to promote healthy aging, study shows

Newcastle University research has shown that human-following robots can support the mobility and well-being of older people.

The researchers showed videos of an older adult interacting with a human-following robot in a real-world setting to the study participants and analyzed their feedback and requirements. The Gita robot is designed to follow humans while also being able to carry cargo. This robot can move on its own wheels and can carry up to 18 kg of items in its internal cargo compartment as it follows its user.

Other aspects the researchers investigated included the perceived benefits for others in the communities, issues of the human-following robots and requirements for improvements. The Civil Engineering graduate said,"My research project was a valuable opportunity for me to try something a bit different as part of the final year of my MEng degree, and it was really interesting to explore whether such an innovative technology has the potential to support active aging."

Study co-author, Professor Nicola Palmarini, Director of the UK's National Innovation Centre for Aging based at Newcastle University said,"This is an example of how emerging technologies can help tackle and mitigate isolation and support older adults' engagement in outdoor activities, a crucial driver to population's health and longevity."

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