Companion robot for personal interaction

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2011-06-07

2011-06-07

Black, Thomas G (Department: 3661)

Data processing: generic control systems or specific application

Specific application, apparatus or process

Robot control

C700S245000, C318S568100, C701S023000, C901S001000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07957837

ABSTRACT:
A mobile robot guest for interacting with a human resident performs a room-traversing search procedure prior to interacting with the resident, and may verbally query whether the resident being sought is present. Upon finding the resident, the mobile robot may facilitate a teleconferencing session with a remote third party, or interact with the resident in a number of ways. For example, the robot may carry on a dialogue with the resident, reinforce compliance with medication or other schedules, etc. In addition, the robot incorporates safety features for preventing collisions with the resident; and the robot may audibly announce and/or visibly indicate its presence in order to avoid becoming a dangerous obstacle. Furthermore, the mobile robot behaves in accordance with an integral privacy policy, such that any sensor recording or transmission must be approved by the resident.

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