Saw something similar demonstrated at the Cisco smart home innovation center in the late 90s. Somewhat surprising that this coming for them now, would like to see more. Perhaps the time is now right. Note 'telepresence', e.g remote human controlled, not autonomous. Also, Ava was mentioned here before in 2018, see the tag below.
Webex Powered telepresence robot.
Collaboration
Ava: A Virtual Best Friend
Madisen Andersen
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An Easy and Fast Way to Stay Connected with Ava
Wouldn’t it be great to have a way for patients in hospitals, nursing homes, rehab centers, and other long-term care facilities to stay connected with their loved ones during the current time and beyond? Connected in a way that it seems they are together, in person? After all, being with family is what helps us get through tough times. Unfortunately, during these recent challenging times, most of these facilities have been forced to close their doors to their patient’s loved ones.
Strict rules put in place have made it nearly impossible for patients to have any in-person interaction with their families. So how can healthcare facilities enable patients to communicate and connect with their families in a secure, safe, and simple way?
Fortunately, there is a way: Ava. Ava is like a friend to everyone in need. ... "
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