# Chairs That Follow You RFID Robot Chair By lourdes sanchez bayas | Published 2008-06-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jelte-van-geest-robot-chair References: [momeld.wordpress](http://momeld.wordpress.com/2008/06/04/take-a-seat/) & [jeltevangeest.nl](http://www.jeltevangeest.nl/) The Dutch designer Jelte van Geest created a chair that follows people around. The *Take a Seat* robot chair was conceived and designed for the Openbare Bibliotheek Endhoven library and the robot chair moves around thanks to [RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jizai). The RFID radio signal tag embedded in the patrons' library passes allows the quaint robot to [follow them around](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/w1) and thereby makes itself available when the person is tired and wants to catch a break. Watch the video to check out this amazing robot chair. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **RFID Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include using RFID technology to create smart infrastructure and personalized experiences in various industries. - **Robot Assistance:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include developing robotic solutions that can assist and interact with people in different contexts. - **Personalized Automation:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include leveraging automation technology to create personalized and tailored experiences for individuals. ### Where This Applies - **Libraries:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include implementing RFID technology to enhance library services, such as personalized assistance and improved self-checkout systems. - **Hospitality:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include integrating robot assistance and automation to enhance guest services and streamline operations in hotels and restaurants. - **Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include using RFID technology and robotic solutions to create seamless and personalized shopping experiences, such as automated checkout systems and personalized recommendations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Voice-Enabled Recliner Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sitjoy-smartsofa.md) - [Opulent Robotic Gamer Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moiin-robodesk-gaming-chair.md) - [Health-Focused Office Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-office-chair.md) - [Sleek Robotic Wheelchair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robotic-wheelchair.md) - [Dynamic Intelligent Office Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dynamic-spinecare.md) - [Wheel-Free Assisted Mobility Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toyota-walk-me.md) - [AI-Designed Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deepmind-ai-chair.md) - [Friendly Robotic Wheelchair Caregivers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wheelchair-robot-concept.md) - [Insect-Like Seating Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-mantis-chair.md)