1. NAO: Human-Machine Interaction and Artificial Intelligence System
The Future of Advanced Technological Healthcare
Lisa Collins, Haley Collins, Mayesha Sahir Mim, and Zhi Zheng
Abstract:
Nao is an autonomous programmable humanoid developed by Aldebaran Robotics.
The Nao humanoid is programmed to demonstrate gentle exercise programs, such as Tai Chi, to improve joint function, circulation, and motor skills in adults and to assist children in developing cognitive and social skills.
The purpose of this research is to develop machine learning to assist individuals in their healthcare and everyday lives.
Research:
Nao’s speech patterns and movements were scripted, translated into code, and tested to ensure that the robot’s movement and speech occurred in a logical sequence.
Multiple “timelines” and “dialogue” boxes were created in Nao’s code in order to mimic patterns of human gestures and communication.
Results:
The program was downloaded to and tested on the NAO robotic system. The program ran smoothly and NAO executed the movements and speech in a fashion similar to a human coach.
Conclusions:
Where do we go from here? The next step in this research is to develop a program which tracks the movement of human joint positions, enabling the robotic operating system to learn new movements in real time to translate them to the physical robot. The intersection between healthcare and the future of engineering and STEM is rapidly expanding. Robotic assistants such as Nao are not only more cost efficient than human instructors but also stimulate a higher level of motivation than other forms of virtual instruction.
Process:
Choregraphe software is utilized to write and develop the Python code that brings Nao to life.
Nao’s movements and speech are carefully orchestrated using a timeline in Choregraphe, shown above. These movements and speech then go “live” when they are downloaded to Python code and translated to the actual robot.
An example of the Python code used to position Nao’s joints is provided here.
Reference:
-My adventure with Aldebaran's robots: Kindercity and Kids. (n.d.). Retrieved March 26, 2019, from