Australian-based robotics and AI startup Andromeda Robotics is undertaking initial trials with aged care provider Allity – part of the Bolton Clarke Group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The trials involve Andromeda\u2019s protype humanoid companion robot designed to interact with residents in a relaxed and conversational manner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Powered by the Chat GPT-4 Artificial Intelligence platform, the robot – named Abi – can recognise residents, answer questions and tailor conversations based on previous interactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thena Johnstone, National Pathways Manager, Allity, said Abi has been success with residents who enjoy interacting with it through voice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe have been fortunate enough to be involved with Abi from the very early stages and have watched it grow in both capability and physical stature,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cAbi now stands some 120cm tall and can gesture and move its head and eyes when interacting with residents.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Johnstone said ongoing staff shortages across the aged care sector meant it was sometimes difficult to find times for conversations with residents. This is where a robot such as Abi can add significant value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Andromeda founder Grace Brown said the initial trial at Allity was a significant step in the ongoing evolution of Abi \u2013 providing invaluable data for the company\u2019s development team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cAbi uses a mix of machine vision, Artificial Intelligence and Chat GPT to power its interactions with residents,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cAbi also relies on non-verbal cues and we have worked with advisors from animation studios Pixar and DreamWorks to make Abi\u2019s body language as empathetic and engaging as possible.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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