The Wii Balance Board-Controlled Robot Helps Disabled Children Move
Josh Milenthal — August 31, 2010 — Tech
References: cornell.academia.edu & engadget
In aiming to mobilize infants with disabilities, the Ithaca College Tots on Bots program has produced the Wii Balance Board-Controlled Robot. The robot allows young children to sit on top of it and control it simply by leaning.
The Wii Balance Board-Controlled Robot also comes with sonar to avoid crashing into objects. Further, this robotic piece also has a remote control that allows adults to take charge of the robot if needed.
Implications - It's amazing that we live in a day and age where video game consoles are becoming the template by which we can produce commodities that benefit the less fortunate. If the Wii Balance Board-controlled robot is any indication, the future is bright.
The Wii Balance Board-Controlled Robot also comes with sonar to avoid crashing into objects. Further, this robotic piece also has a remote control that allows adults to take charge of the robot if needed.
Implications - It's amazing that we live in a day and age where video game consoles are becoming the template by which we can produce commodities that benefit the less fortunate. If the Wii Balance Board-controlled robot is any indication, the future is bright.
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Assistive Robotics — The development of assistive robots for children with disabilities could revolutionize rehabilitation and support industries.
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Gesture-based Controls — The use of gesture-based controls, such as the Wii Balance Board, could have disruptive applications in healthcare and rehabilitation technology.
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Child-friendly Technology — As more technology is designed with children's needs in mind, there is a potential for innovation in education and pediatric healthcare fields.
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Healthcare — Assistive robotics and gesture-based controls have disruptive potential in physical therapy and rehabilitation fields.
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Education — Child-friendly technology could revolutionize the way children learn and interact with educational materials.
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Pediatric Care — The development of child-friendly assistive technology has potential disruptive applications in pediatric healthcare and rehabilitation fields.
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