Tag: robots
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Researchers Explain Why Autistic Children Learn Better From Robots
Socially assistive robots are teaching children on the autism spectrum the skills they need. Socially assistive robots have been a significant part of autism therapy research for nearly two decades. These robots receive special programming to aid autistic children with autism in developing a range of skills, including social, emotional, communication, and cognitive abilities. These…
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University Explains How AI Pets Can Help People With Hearing Loss
Researchers from the University of Cincinnati have found that AI robots can help patients with hearing loss. Art and pet therapy can heal those with physical or mental disorders. However, the healing usually stops after the patient’s therapy sessions end. The research team wanted to solve this problem by creating a way to practice self-guided…
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Robotic Pets Are Moving From Fiction Into Fact
For people who can’t have pets or who want to learn about robotics, robotic pets make a great option. Dr. Rongzhong Li, founder and CEO of OpenCat and Petoi IRC creates open-source robotic animals. Most robots are wildly expensive, but his company utilizes software and electronics that make them more affordable. This way, it’s accessible…