17936806. MOBILE KIOSK SERVICE ROBOT AND BASE ASSEMBLY FOR SAME simplified abstract (Aristocrat Technologies, Inc.)

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MOBILE KIOSK SERVICE ROBOT AND BASE ASSEMBLY FOR SAME

Organization Name

Aristocrat Technologies, Inc.

Inventor(s)

Robert Brett Butler of Austin TX (US)

MOBILE KIOSK SERVICE ROBOT AND BASE ASSEMBLY FOR SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17936806 titled 'MOBILE KIOSK SERVICE ROBOT AND BASE ASSEMBLY FOR SAME

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes a kiosk service robot with a base unit, superstructure, and a first display. The base unit includes two drive wheels on one side, each independently drivable, with a track between 14" and 18". It also has a plurality of casters on the same side, radially offset from the track center by 7" to 9". The housing is sized to fit within a cylindrical reference volume with a diameter of 16" to 24".

  • Two drive wheels on one side of the base unit, independently drivable
  • Track width between 14" and 18"
  • Plurality of casters on the same side, radially offset by 7" to 9" from track center
  • Housing fits within a cylindrical reference volume with a diameter of 16" to 24"

Potential Applications

The kiosk service robot can be used in retail stores, airports, hospitals, and other public spaces to provide information, assistance, and entertainment to customers.

Problems Solved

This technology solves the problem of providing a mobile and versatile kiosk service robot that can navigate crowded spaces efficiently while maintaining stability and maneuverability.

Benefits

The benefits of this technology include improved customer service, increased efficiency in information dissemination, and enhanced user experience in various public settings.

Potential Commercial Applications

Potential commercial applications of this technology include retail stores, airports, hospitals, museums, and event venues where a kiosk service robot can assist customers, provide information, and enhance the overall experience.

Possible Prior Art

One possible prior art could be existing kiosk service robots with similar mobility features and display capabilities. However, the specific design elements described in this patent application may differentiate it from existing technologies.

Unanswered Questions

How does this technology compare to other kiosk service robots on the market?

This article does not provide a direct comparison with other kiosk service robots in terms of performance, features, or cost.

What are the potential limitations or challenges in implementing this technology?

The article does not address any potential limitations or challenges that may arise in implementing this technology, such as technical constraints, regulatory hurdles, or market acceptance.


Original Abstract Submitted

A kiosk service robot may include a base unit, a superstructure, and a first display. The base unit may include two drive wheels disposed on a first side of the base unit, each being independently drivable. The two drive wheels may be arranged such that the two drive wheels have a track between 14″ and 18″. The base unit may also include a plurality of casters disposed on the first side of the base unit. The plurality of casters may be arranged such that each caster of the plurality of casters are radially offset from a track center of the plurality of casters by a distance between 7″ and 9″. The base unit may further include a housing sized so as to be circumscribed by a cylindrical reference volume having a diameter of between 16″ and 24″ and configured to provide an exterior surface of the base unit.