Engelberg is one of the most famous robotics experts in the world. He founded Unimation company in 1958 and developed the world's first industrial robot in 1959. He made outstanding contributions to the establishment of the robot industry. 1983, when the sales of industrial robots became increasingly popular, engelberg and his colleagues resolutely bought Unimation Company into Westinghouse Company, founded TRC Company, and began to develop service robots.
The first service robot product of TRC company founded by engelberg is a "nurse assistant" robot for hospitals. 1985 development, 1990 sales, has been put into use in dozens of hospitals around the world. Nurse Assistant is not only for sale, but also for rent. Because we are optimistic about the market prospect of "Nurse Assistant", we set up a robot company named "Nurse Assistant", and its chairman is engelberg.
"Nurse Assistant" is an autonomous robot. It does not require wired guidance or pre-planning. Once programmed, it can complete the following tasks at any time: delivering medical equipment and equipment, delivering meals to patients, delivering medical records, statements and letters, delivering medicines, delivering test samples and test results, and delivering mail and parcels in hospitals.
The robot consists of a walking part, a driving controller and a large number of sensors. The robot can move freely in the hospital at a speed of about 0.7 m/s, and the robot is equipped with the architectural drawing of the hospital. After the destination is determined, the robot can use the path push algorithm to navigate autonomously along the corridor. Structured light vision sensor and omni-directional ultrasonic sensor can detect static or moving objects and correct the route. Its omni-directional tactile sensor ensures that the robot will not collide with people and things. The encoder on the wheel measures the distance it has traveled. In the corridor, the robot uses the corner to determine its position, while in the large space such as the ward, it can use the reflective tape on the ceiling to help locate by looking up at the sensor. It can also open the door when necessary. In a multi-storey building, it can call a manned elevator and enter the elevator to reach the required floor. For example, in an emergency, when the surgeon and his patient use the elevator, the robot can stop to make way. After 2 minutes, it will restart and move on. You can select multiple destinations through the Nurse Assistant menu. The robot has a large screen and humanized audio equipment, which is quick and convenient for users to use.