walk around infected hospitals coronavirus It is not considered safe practice without a protective mask or PPE. But this machine, a new type of robot that can create a coronavirus-free space in minutes, doesn’t need them. A few days ago we mentioned the dangers of contaminated surfaces and new tools to detect those coronaviruses, but this time we’re talking about faster devices. Eradicate viral threats using a photo-type ultraviolet lamp (UV-C).
In addition to its UV lamp, this innovative technology project Thanks to artificial intelligence algorithms, it can move around the room without help. It can not only destroy viruses on surfaces, but also clean the air from pathogens. According to its inventor, he can wipe out 99.99% of all germs in a standard hospital room within 10 minutes. Artificial intelligence technology allows us to focus on ‘infection hotspots’ such as washbasins, door handles and patient beds. When finished, it can move to the next room on its own. Strong UV rays can harm humans, so the system cuts off as soon as it detects people around. Finally, there are add-on modules for bacteria and body fluid detection to assess hospital hygiene.
Unexpected Applied Technology Project
Its developers say the project started in 2014 when a group of Danish hospitals requested a technological solution to disinfect their buildings. A prototype was launched in his 2018, and in 2019 the robot won his IERA design award, the most prestigious in the robotics industry. But no one could have predicted that it would be a valuable tool as he faced one of the worst pandemics since the 1918 Spanish Flu. Its debut in the Sars-CoV-2 crisis took place earlier in the Chinese city of Wuhan. this year.
In addition to hospital rooms, robots can be used in isolated areas and laboratories without the need for human intervention, thus reducing the risk of infection. Additionally, it can have consumer applications in post-pandemic scenarios. With many countries nearing the end of lockdowns, much is being said about minimizing health risks in managing hotels, airports or public areas. This type of robot, which does not require aggressive disinfecting products, could be one of the answers in the new normal.
If you would like to learn more about other advanced technologies in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic, please also see this article.
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