See moreThe CLOi GuideBot stood still, displaying a map and an arrow directing to the corridor leading to the MRI ward, which was often difficult for patients to locate. The hospital found that recurring inquiries about the MRI's location placed an additional burden on staff in neighboring departments. To alleviate this, the hospital assessed whether GuideBot could reduce the workload by providing directions. At present, robot navigation wasn't tested for safety reasons. However, in the next phase, the hospital hoped the robot would proactively locate individuals in need, approach them, and guide them to their destination. (Jan 2024)
