# Novel Communication Gesture-Controlled Robot By Ayman | Published 2008-02-27 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gesture-controlled-robot References: [engadget](http://www.engadget.com/2008/02/19/gesture-controlled-robot-is-at-your-service/) Currently, [robots are controlled using a joystick](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/human-controller) or other traditional input device. However, a novel system developed by [Tokyo University](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soundfun-mirai-speaker) engineer Tsuyoshi Horo, allows operators to issue commands to robots using [simple hand and body gestures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/universal-wearable-controller). And it is not limited for controling robots; Horo has also implemented several computer user interface prototypes using the same basic system. The system uses a circular array of cameras to detect human movements in the room, then convey them to a robot as directional commands. It produces a real time 3-D volumetric model of people or objects inside the circle of cameras, allowing for precise tracking of movements. Check the videos above and below. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [AI](https://www.trendhunter.com/ai) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Gesture-controlled Robotics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new robotics systems that can be controlled using simple hand and body gestures, eliminating the need for traditional input devices. - **Computer User Interface Prototypes:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Use the basic gesture control system to create innovative computer user interfaces, making interaction more intuitive and responsive. - **Real-time 3-D Tracking:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced camera systems that can generate real-time 3-D volumetric models, enabling precise tracking of movements for various applications. ### Who This Affects Most - **Robotics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Apply gesture-controlled technology to robotics industry, revolutionizing how robots are controlled and enhancing their capabilities. - **Computer Hardware:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate gesture control into computer hardware, creating more intuitive and immersive user experiences. - **Camera Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Improve camera technology to capture real-time 3-D volumetric models, revolutionizing tracking and surveillance systems. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Motion Control Combat Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ganker-ex-pro.md) - [Gesture-Controlled Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spatial-touch.md) - [Remote-Controlled Humanoid Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mimi-humanoid-robot.md) - [Facial Gesture Control Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/facial-gesture-control.md) - [Wearable Input Device](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/picoring.md) - [Four-Armed Surgical Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fourarmed-surgical-robots.md) - [Wearable Tech Interfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meta-smart-wristband.md) - [Facial Movement Game Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gameface.md) - [Touchless Interaction Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phantomy-software.md)