This paper is published in Volume-10, Issue-1, 2024
Area
Computer Science and Human-Computer Interaction
Author
Anvitha Mattapalli
Org/Univ
Monta Vista High School, Cupertino, California, USA
Pub. Date
09 April, 2024
Paper ID
V10I1-1301
Publisher
Keywords
Assistive Technology, Wheelchair, Human-Computer Interaction

Citationsacebook

IEEE
Anvitha Mattapalli. Simulation of an Autonomous Robot Independently Lifting a Person in a Home Setting, International Journal of Advance Research, Ideas and Innovations in Technology, www.IJARIIT.com.

APA
Anvitha Mattapalli (2024). Simulation of an Autonomous Robot Independently Lifting a Person in a Home Setting. International Journal of Advance Research, Ideas and Innovations in Technology, 10(1) www.IJARIIT.com.

MLA
Anvitha Mattapalli. "Simulation of an Autonomous Robot Independently Lifting a Person in a Home Setting." International Journal of Advance Research, Ideas and Innovations in Technology 10.1 (2024). www.IJARIIT.com.

Abstract

Although different modifications have been added to enhance the quality of wheelchairs, the process of transferring in and out of a wheelchair can be exhausting and harmful: caregivers face a higher risk of injury when aiding their patients in doing so, and any slight change in lifting can cause severe injury for the patient. Other human-dependent robots for hospital use have been designed, but not independent or for home use. This paper outlines the simulation of an autonomous robot that can safely lift and carry a physically disabled person at home without depending on or risking the health of the caregiver. Upon the person requesting assistance by raising their hand, the robot travels to them. The robot determines the safest locations to place its arms in order to lift the person before carrying them to their destination. This autonomous robot thus serves as a personal assistant to provide wheelchair users a more comfortable transfer in and out of a wheelchair and throughout the house.