18550972. ROBOT simplified abstract (HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD.)
ROBOT
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Takeshi Koshiishi of Saitama (JP)
Yasushi Takahashi of Saitama (JP)
ROBOT - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18550972 titled 'ROBOT
Simplified Explanation
The robot described in the patent application is designed to mimic human-like movements through its various components and features.
- The robot includes a self-propelled drive unit, a trunk unit mounted on the drive unit, and a head unit installed above the trunk unit.
- The head unit contains an image capturing unit and a transmission unit for sending captured images to a user terminal.
- The robot also features a swingable cover that creates a space between the trunk unit and the cover, along with first and second coil springs between the trunk unit and the cover.
Potential Applications
The technology could be used in various industries such as entertainment, healthcare, and education for tasks that require human-like movements and interactions.
Problems Solved
The robot addresses the need for a more lifelike and interactive robot that can perform tasks requiring human-like movements and behaviors.
Benefits
The robot provides a more engaging and realistic experience for users interacting with it, making it suitable for applications where human-like movements are essential.
Potential Commercial Applications
"Human-like Robot Technology for Entertainment and Healthcare" - This title could attract businesses looking to incorporate lifelike robots into their products or services.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be the development of humanoid robots with advanced motion capabilities in the field of robotics.
Unanswered Questions
The patent application does not specify how the robot is able to move in various environments or if it is limited to specific types of terrain.
What safety features are in place to prevent accidents or injuries when interacting with the robot?
The patent application does not mention any specific safety features that may be incorporated into the robot to ensure the well-being of users during interactions.
Original Abstract Submitted
Provided is a robot that realizes human-like movements. A robot () comprises: a self-propelled drive unit (); a trunk unit () mounted on the drive unit (); and a head unit () installed above the trunk unit (). The head unit () has an image capturing unit (), and a transmission unit for transmitting an image captured by the image capturing unit () as a signal to a user terminal. The robot () comprises: a cover () that is swingable and covers the trunk unit () so as to provide a space between the trunk unit () and the cover (); and a first coil spring () and a second coil spring () disposed between the trunk unit () and the cover ().