Shunji Yamanaka from the University of Tokyo and Takayuki Furuta of the Future Robotics Technology Center (fuRo) recently unveiled the 'RidRoid CanguRo' as a new robotic, three-wheel device that offers a look into the future of personal mobility vehicles.
The vehicle gets its name from the Italian word for kangaroo and is described as a "partner robot" that will never leave the side of its owner. As an assistive device, the RidRoid CanguRo helps to support one's physical abilities in a number of ways.
The robotic personal mobility device has the potential to be summoned via a smartphone and once a rider is comfortably seated on the vehicle they can intuitively lean left and right to steer. The RidRoid CanguRo is capable of reaching a leisurely maximum speed and offers a built-in system to provide haptic feedback on how fast one is traveling.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Robotic Personal Mobility Devices
- Designing robotic devices enhancing physical abilities and providing comfort and convenience for personal mobility.
- Smart Summoning
- Implementing smart summoning features in personal mobility devices using smartphones as a remote control feature.
- Haptic Feedback Systems
- Integrating haptic feedback systems in personal mobility vehicles to provide information to the riders about speed.
Where This Applies
- Automotive Industry
- Exploring the use of robotics, sensors, and AI in personal mobility devices to create comfortable, convenient and purpose-built assisted living transportation devices.
- Healthcare Industry
- Creating personal mobility devices capable of assisting, supporting, and enhancing the physical abilities of patients suffering from disabilities or mobility issues.
- Consumer Electronics Industry
- Designing and developing personal mobility devices as the next innovation in personal gadgets that provide convenience, comfort and a unique user experience.
