Methods for real-time and near real-time interactions with robots that service a facility
US8892256B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 28, 2009 |
| Grant date | Nov 18, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 31, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47L2201/04
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
In accordance with aspects of the present invention, a service robot and methods for controlling such a robot are provided. In particular, the robot is configured to sense the presence of a person and to take a next action in response to sensing the presence of the person. As examples, the robot could leave the area, await commands from the person, or enter an idle or sleep state or mode until the person leaves.
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