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Evolution of a Robotic Cane

  • Yoon, Joong-Sun (School of Mechanical Engineering, Pusan National University) ;
  • Kim, Jin-Young (Department of Mechatronics Engineering, Tongmyung University of Information Technology)
  • Published : 2004.08.01
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Abstract

A human-friendly interactive system that is based on the harmonious symbiotic coexistence of human and robots is explored. Based on interactive technology paradigm, a robotic cane is proposed for blind or visually impaired travelers to navigate safely and quickly through obstacles and other hazards faced by blind pedestrians. Robotic aids, such as robotic canes, require cooperation between human and robots. Various methods for implementing the appropriate cooperative recognition, planning, and acting, have been investigated. The issues discussed include the interaction of human and robot, design issues of an interactive robotic cane, and behavior arbitration methodologies for navigation planning.

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