Roby Wheelchair is a technological demonstrator of innovative electric wheel chair.
The aim of this application is to improve the capabilities of the patient during the rehabilitation phase, ensuring maximum safety and decreasing the commitment of family members.
The patient controls the electric-powered wheelchair shared with a training specialist who can take part in the training process, anytime.
Roby Wheelchair has the following capabilities:
OBSTACLE DETECTION WITH ALERT FOR THE USER: On board systems detect environment context and alert user in case of obstacle on its path
OBSTACLE AVOIDANCE: If enabled, the system acts command to avoid the detected obstacle.
STAIRS DETECTION: If enabled, the on-board system detects the stairs in the path
ASSISTED GUIDE: The assisted guide helps to enter in doors or gates
AUTONOMOUS GUIDE: If enabled, the wheelchair follows a programmed path
COMMUNICATION: Allows to control various devices via infrared or bluetooth. Moreover, Wifi devices offers communication capabilities for multimedia internet applications.