"Nonna Lea," 94, is being assisted by the Giraffplus robot carer at her Rome apartment. "It is very useful for older people who prefer to live in their own home where there are memories and comforts," she said.
Robot carers —
"Nonna Lea," 94, is being assisted by the Giraffplus robot carer at her Rome apartment. "It is very useful for older people who prefer to live in their own home where there are memories and comforts," she said.
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The Giraffplus is connected to sensors that measure indicators such as blood pressure and allow communication with medical staff.
Giraffplus —
The Giraffplus is connected to sensors that measure indicators such as blood pressure and allow communication with medical staff.
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Japanese company Cyberdyne has developed its Hybrid Assistive Limb (HAL) suit, which can help elderly and disabled people with lifting.
Cyberdyne HAL suit —
Japanese company Cyberdyne has developed its Hybrid Assistive Limb (HAL) suit, which can help elderly and disabled people with lifting.
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The power-assisted exoskeleton is one of a number of devices targeting the growing consumer segment of elderly people.
Cyberdyne HAL suit —
The power-assisted exoskeleton is one of a number of devices targeting the growing consumer segment of elderly people.
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Paro is a robot seal pup developed by Japanese company AIST to lift the spirits of elderly people. It responds to being stroked and to hearing its own name.
Paro Therapeutic Robot —
Paro is a robot seal pup developed by Japanese company AIST to lift the spirits of elderly people. It responds to being stroked and to hearing its own name.
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The Accompany Care O bot is a "robotic companion" intended to help elderly people live independent lives.
Care O bot —
The Accompany Care O bot is a "robotic companion" intended to help elderly people live independent lives.
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It monitors a person and can recommend activities, such as having a drink.
Care O bot —
It monitors a person and can recommend activities, such as having a drink.
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In the event of an accident, Care-O-bot 3 moves towards the fallen person and calls for help.
Care O bot —
In the event of an accident, Care-O-bot 3 moves towards the fallen person and calls for help.
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