- A smart guide for the blind, a robotic kitchen and "Mozu" that teaches children with autism in the "Emirates Robotics Award" (full page)
The Organizing Committee of the Emirates Award for Robots and Artificial Intelligence for Human Service announced that 20 contestants qualified for the semi-finals stage of the international and national competitions for the award, whose prizes are estimated at 4.67 million dirhams (one million dollars for the international competition and one million dirhams for the national competition), which is considered the largest of its kind. Globally in terms of focusing on applied innovations in robotics and artificial intelligence technology.
The successful entries that qualified for the semi-finalists of the award came from all over the world, including the UAE, the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, and Spain. The award aims to encourage research and implement innovative solutions in the field of artificial intelligence and robotics to meet the existing challenges in the health, education and services categories Social.
Among the innovations that reached the semi-finals, robots that perform precise surgery, an integrated automated kitchen for preparing food with international standards, in addition to the “smart guide” for the blind, and “Mozu” the educational robot designed specifically to teach autistic children, as well as the creation of external skeletons available for children Those with neurological disorders, which will enhance walking skills quickly.
Saif Al Aleeli, Executive Director of the Dubai Foundation for the Museum of the Future, general coordinator of the award, said that intense competition witnessed in the stages of the competition between robotic projects aimed at serving humans, and at the end of the evaluation stages, 20 innovative projects qualified for the semi-final stage out of 664 from 121 countries around the world, which indicates the impact This award has resulted in the globalization of this award, although it is still in its first cycle.
Al Aleeli pointed out that the Emirates Award for Robotics and Artificial Intelligence differs from its counterparts around the world in two main ways: The first focuses on the applied aspect of robotics technology, which makes it easier for the public, interested and investors in the sector, to identify the economic and social value of these participations in order to convert them into service and commercial projects, Where the participants covered a wide scope of application, some of them are infinitesimal and can enter the human body, and some of them are the size of a human.
He pointed out that the second aspect is focusing on the aspect of artificial intelligence, which plays a major role in transforming robots from mere technology tools that carry out routine tasks, to highly intelligent devices capable of making decisions and dealing with complex cases.
International competition
01 “Hermes” offers effective solutions in crisis management
Among the teams that made it to the semi-finals is the MIT Robotics Laboratory from the United States, which has developed “HERMES” robots (electromechanical system and highly efficient robotic mechanisms) that can enter areas that are very dangerous to humans and provide an effective solution in managing disasters.
“We envision that commercial-stage robots will reduce costs by handling dangerous tasks that would otherwise be impossible to accomplish, and this technology also reduces the risk of injury to first-line workers in emergencies,” said Albert Wang of the team.
Wang stressed the urgent need to bring these technologies to the market, saying that the first investment is likely to be from government organizations that oversee disaster response operations, adding, "We are very excited to see government initiatives using robots to improve people's lives, and prizes like this motivate growth, and inspire the talented.”
02 Autonomous soft tissue robotic surgery
A team from the United States of America has created a system of "autonomous soft tissue robotic surgery" that improves safety, access, and outcome.
Peter Kim from the team said: “We have recently developed and successfully tested a robotic system that includes a 3D multispectral imaging system that can detect and characterize types of tissues and organs, a state-of-the-art system that allows for powerful 3D tracking of soft tissue targets to be safe from tissue blockage and blood.
It is also a robotic processor that provides instant control and has the ability to adapt to movement and tissue deformations to apply and connect the sutures well, and these components make the system in parts, well suited to use the machine at any stage of soft tissue surgery.
This robotic system also has the ability to distinguish tissue properties, identify and track 3D targets in a chaotic surgical environment, and intelligently plan and adapt, while controlling surgical instruments with more precision than a human surgeon.”
03 Learn to write “Braille” in a simple and fun way
The Connecting the World with Technology team from the United States of America introduced the Braille Teuter robot that allows users to learn and practice writing, and test the learner with letters, words and numbers.
“These teaching methods were designed based on the best practices of the teachers we worked with, and the intent was to make the process of learning braille simple and fun,” said Airman Tevis of the team.
Tevis continued, “The Connecting the World to Technology research group at Carnegie Mellon University aims to bridge the gap between visually impaired individuals and rapidly changing technology, by collaborating with partner organizations around the world, and by focusing on the slate and stylus method for the blind. Twitter and Stand Alone Braille Writing Twitter serve an unmet need of guided braille writing practice in the developing world.
The project models are designed to withstand student interactions, and are designed for use in environments that are unstable and unpredictable, or have no electricity access. Future research includes developing robust, child-friendly case devices.
04 Searching for evidence of extraterrestrial life
The Mars Lab team from Australia aims to boost STEM scores for primary and secondary school students, by providing them with a rich, realistic STEM experience in the form of a robotic astronomical exploration mission searching for evidence of extraterrestrial life.
Mohamed Issa Attia of the Mars Lab team said: “Currently, there is a massive shortage of expertise in STEM-related industries around the world, and encouraging STEM learning among young people is critical in ensuring that we address these shortcomings. And it will be STEM professionals who will solve the major problems facing humanity over the next century such as climate change, food supply, disease mitigation, and easy access to basic infrastructure.
Mars Lab lowers resource and travel costs for schools while still providing an advanced STEM learning experience, and students won't have to drop out of school in order to be active.
05External skeleton helps sick children walk
A team from the University of California, Berkeley and UCB & Suitx from the USA have created exoskeletons for children with neurological disorders that rapidly enhance walking skills.
In this direction, Sut X and the University of California, Berkeley, plan to develop low-cost consumer products for rehabilitation centers, especially in developing countries.
Humayun Kazeroni from the team said: Our goal with this project is not to make profit, but our passion that drives this project. With funding from this award, we will not only conduct research to identify and find basic principles for developing children's exoskeletons, but we will also donate 10 structures to rehabilitation centers around the world.
"We believe the cost of the project will be about $5 million, and while the cost of the technology itself may be higher than the avenues available, we believe that with our device, children will learn to walk, and in the long run, the device will reduce the cost of child care even at a stage of development," Caseroni added. adulthood, which would reduce the cost to the family and society in general.”
06 "I of Horus" performs tasks by reading the eye
The McKurney Labs team from Spain presented the Eye of Horus project, which provides support to physically disabled people by performing their tasks, and this system combines eye tracking with a front camera to know the point of view, and the target devices are identified using light beacons, similar to “Li-Fi” technology. » which are controlled with wireless application protocols.
"We want to integrate humans into a new era of the Internet of Things and smart cities, and to control everything with a simple movement of the eye, and we want to monitor the condition of your eyes in order to monitor your health," Luis Antonio Martin Noyes said.
He pointed out that the project will help reduce costs by 80% compared to the costs involved in a complete home automation system to help disabled individuals.
07 Artificial intelligence system to detect dyslexia
A team of "dyslexia therapists" from the United States of America has developed an artificial intelligence system to detect dyslexia in individuals and help them overcome it using scientifically proven computer games.
Luz Reilo of the team explained that their system will make dyslexia detection up to 90% cheaper than current detection methods, besides, it can easily be accessed from anywhere in the world, even in areas where there are no dyslexia experts. reading, and it will be available all over the world, making all the costs associated with it - transportation, facilities, expensive equipment, etc., very sustainable and cheaper.”
He pointed out that initiatives such as the Emirates Award for Robotics and Artificial Intelligence for Service to Humanity will contribute to creating a better world, in which everyone, regardless of their income, political status and geographical location, can be able to benefit from the technology of the 21st century.
08 “Robotic leg” instead of a “medical walker”
The Andros Robotics team from the USA has created the R-LAD Robotic Leg Advancement device: a robotic leg device, powered by batteries, and a computer-controlled robotic system that rides on a small tire and serves as a walker for patients undergoing training to improve their walking ability.
"The R-LAD is not an assistive device, but rather a therapeutic device, and it is meant to be used by physical therapists, to help them provide treatment to a patient in a clinical setting," said Maciej Petrosinski of the team. Patients every day, especially in treatment sessions that last between 30 minutes and 1 hour.
The R-Lad device ensures the safety of the patient and the therapist who uses it in several ways, and it is installed over the frame of the wheels that also support the patient to make walking easier and prevent him from falling. In addition, the drive mechanism is designed with mechanical travel stops.
09 “Molly Robotic Kitchen” builds a robotic kitchen for preparing food
The Molly Robotic Kitchen team from the UK has created a fully standardized robotic kitchen, designed for ordinary homes that prepare food with the skill and flair of a human chef.
Molly Robotic Kitchen includes kitchen furniture, robotic arms, motion capture system, and a full range of kitchen equipment and household appliances.
Mark Olink of the team said: “This kitchen will be ready for sale in 2018, and will not only create a paradigm shift in the use of robots in the home, but will also have a significant impact on health, and users will be able to enjoy freshly cooked meals every day, with less effort than necessary. To reheat a bulky takeaway or as long as it takes to order a takeaway from a restaurant with home delivery.
The Molly Robotic Kitchen robot is targeted at consumers who have a passion for cooking and limited cooking ability, and busy individuals who do not have time to cook, Molly Robotic Kitchen can also be a practical home assistant for the health-conscious individual, the elderly and the handicapped, serving fresh food to those with nutritional needs. Diet specific.
Olink noted that Molly's Robotic Kitchen is designed to be available on the market, and by 2021, three years after launch, will sell for $35,000 compared to the average amount spent on kitchen renovations.
10 “KATIA” .. a robotic arm to help with daily chores
The Carbon Robotics team from the United States of America created the “CATIA” project, which is a low-cost robotic arm that has the capabilities of an industrial robot, at the price of a laptop, and besides that, it is supported by the team’s open platform that allows software developers to create new types of robotic applications.
"The cheapest robotic arms today cost more than $20,000, and generally require specialized knowledge to perform anything beyond basic tasks, which are not within the reach of most people," said Rosanna Myers of the team. It serves as a practical prosthetic arm or attached to stations, and is operated from a distance.
She explained that "Catia" can pick up items that fall on the floor, help with personal care, and perform a number of tasks that usually require care by another person. The arm is simple and can be easily controlled, regardless of the user's physical capabilities, and most importantly However, it is safe enough when used around the house.
11 Self-driving wheelchairs for people with severe disabilities
The Personal Robotics Group from Ohio University of America came up with the idea to adopt technologies from mobile robots, such as autonomous mobility, to develop a self-driving wheelchair for people with severe motor disabilities. The project aims to fully support wheelchair users, especially for people with severe motor disabilities.
William Smart of the group said: 'People who use eye contact to communicate can only do one thing at a time, and controlling their chairs means they have to stop doing anything else every time they move their chairs. They can move around the world and they can do other things: work, talk to people.
Smart indicated that our goal is to develop self-assembly tools at a low cost of $500, which can be easily added to popular electric wheelchairs that will convert them into self-driving chairs, and we will provide them with designs from open sources, both hardware and software, for self-installation tools, and we hope to Creating a community for users to share tweaks and improvements, and everything will be based on the open source software of the popular Android operating system.
National competition
12 projects to explore obstacles in the way of the blind
The Smart Guidance System for the Blind Project: The Smart Guide from the Emirates helps the blind independently in avoiding obstacles that may encounter them, identifying places or objects and moving from one place to another, and it can also explore obstacles in the way of the blind within a distance of up to five meters with a variable frequency ( 1-4 Hz), gently instructing blind people to pass around obstacles using a five-vibration assembly.
This system can distinguish between floors and obstacles, and describes to the blind, using an audio system in conjunction with 2D printed codes, their current location, possible destinations and identical directions, and also identifies rooms, stairs, elevators, and more.
Ahmed Ali of the project team explained that the cost of the first model of the project is 4,700 dirhams, but the final product will be available in the range of 1,500 to 3,000 dirhams.
Ali added: "When working with the final product, the blind should be able to wear the assistive system comfortably without suffering from excessive weight and annoying noises, and there may only be a few instructions when necessary, and gentle vibration is used to detect an obstacle." Because there is an infrared sensor in the head of the blind, which helps them to warn them about the presence of high or hanging obstacles in front of them.
13 Minimize surgical intervention
The "Healthy Robots" team from the UAE has developed a modern, small-sized robotic processor that has the ability to manipulate accurately and easily, and "holds" the necessary surgical tools in place to reduce surgical intervention to a minimum.
The project, which includes an estimated cost of up to 25,000 dirhams, targets health care providers, doctors, surgeons, robotics specialists, mechanical engineering designers, and educational institutes for mechanical engineering/mechatronics.
Bassem Youssef from the team explained that the surgical instrument processor uses low energy at work, and is equipped with a rear-wheel drive feature to allow safe and immediate intervention from the surgeon or the user in cases of emergency closures or unexpected malfunctions, and the robot can be used conveniently in three modes, namely: Manual , independent and semi-independent.
14 Emirati teams offer a robot to diagnose colon cancer
The CoiCAM team from the UAE presented the “Spherical Capsule for Endoscopic Applications” project, which has the ability to bypass the limitations of current endoscope capsules, and provide a better, safer and more comfortable method than endoscopic examination, as it has a full range of mental perception and movement under the the control.
Halima Al-Naqbi of the team said, "This project aims to facilitate the process of diagnosing colon cancer in patients, and also provides an easy process that will encourage patients to do early examinations to prevent the cancer from spreading."
She indicated that the project solves the limitations in the current endoscopy capsule in terms of mental visualization and movement, and this new revolution in the world of technology will finally replace the traditional endoscopy method, and costs can be saved for workers in the sector.
15 devices to identify color and name it out loud
The “Color Vision Disability Assistant” team from the UAE has developed a solution for those affected by the lack of color vision, especially that color blindness affects nearly 300 million people in the world.
“Our solution is a device that surrounds the hand in the form of a bracelet, and with a light touch, the device will identify the color and name it loudly, and the sound can be controlled and used privately by wearing wireless headphones,” said Jodi Matar of the team.
He explained that the material costs of the project amount to only one thousand dirhams, and it is completely safe and effective, and works on a 3-volt battery that does not harm the human body if it is attached to it for a short time, noting that the team is optimistic that the market will be ready to accommodate the project as it is an innovative and unique idea.
16 wheelchairs controlled by the brain
The "B-Motion" team from the UAE has developed a "brain-controlled wheelchair" robot that uses a computer-brain interface without surgery, based on an EEG device to detect the user's thoughts, feelings and expressions, and accordingly issues the appropriate commands to the chair's console electric motor.
The chair targets quadriplegics, amputees, and patients with spinal cord injuries, who cannot control a conventional wheelchair stick, but have an active and fully conscious brain.
Omar Mohammadi from the team explained that the chair includes an artificial intelligence obstacle avoidance system supported by a camera and an instant analysis processing unit, and this system allows the chair to automatically avoid collisions with obstacles that may appear suddenly.
17نظام لمسي لمساعدة المصابين بالأمراض العصبية
أنشأ فريق «ري – آكت روبوت» من الإمارات نظاماً روبوتياً لمسياً، يستطيع مساعدة المرضى الذين يعانون من الأمراض العصبية مثل السكتات الدماغية، وذلك لاستعادة وظيفة التحكم في القوة المحركة لهم.
ويعتبر النظام فعالاً من حيث التكلفة وسهولة الاستخدام، ويمكن تركيبه في المنزل، إلى جانب ذلك، يستخدم العديد من المكونات الجاهزة لتحقيق مهمته، ويمكن تعديله بسهولة ليتناسب مع احتياجات المريض.
وأفاد فهد الشيباني من الفريق أن نظامهم الروبوتي سيحل محل أجهزة إعادة التأهيل العصبية المكلفة والمعقدة التي يتم استخدامها حالياً في المستشفيات، إضافة إلى ذلك، فإن النظام سيدعم المستخدمين للخضوع إلى أعمال إعادة تأهيل إضافية في المنزل، ما يعني تقليل الإنفاق على الرعاية الصحية والمستشفى.
18«حفار» يضخ المياه الجوفية ويراقب جودتها
ابتكر فريق «الآبار الذكية» من الإمارات نظام حفار آبار ذكي من شأنه أن يضمن إمدادات مياه الشرب في المناطق الريفية، ويراقب هذا النظام باستمرار نوعية ومستوى المياه، ويجمع المعلومات بشكل آني، والتي يمكن أن تكون ذات قيمة كبيرة بالنسبة لتخطيط المياه واستهلاك المياه المباشر.
وقالت ريم الجنيبي من الفريق: يمكن لـ«ووتر لوب» أن يشعر بوجود مشكلة في المياه، ويبلغ السلطات المسؤولة بهدف إصلاحها، وهذا يعني أن عدد الرحلات للتحقق من وضع الآبار سينخفض، وسيكون لدى المستثمرين إمكانية الوصول المباشر إلى وضع البئر، ونتيجة لذلك، فإن الاستجابة للآبار المعطلة ستصبح أسرع وأكثر كفاءة، وسيكون الجهاز قادراً أيضاً على تلقي مكالمات هاتفية من أشخاص في المناطق الريفية، لإبلاغ الناس إذا ما كان هناك انسداد أو تلوث.
وبالإِشارة إلى تكلفة المشروع، أوضحت الجنيبي أن تثبيت جهاز واحد على بئر من المتوقع أن تبلغ تكلفته أقل من 300 دولار، مشيرة إلى أن هذا يشكل 3.4% من التكلفة الإجمالية لبناء بئر.
19روبوت تعليمي لأطفال التوحد وصعوبات التواصل
طور فريق «موزو» من الإمارات روبوتاً تعليمياً مصمماً بشكل خاص للأطفال الذي يعانون من التوحد وأعراض العجز الاجتماعي وصعوبات التواصل، تم صنعه على شكل «دبدوب» ناعم بارتفاع متر واحد يسمى «موزو»، والشكل الجذاب الذي يتمتع به الروبوت فعال للغاية في كسر الحواجز من أجل تحفيز الأطفال المصابين بالتوحد الذين لديهم صعوبة، وخجل أو عدم راحة في التفاعل مع الآخرين أو ممارسة المهارات الاجتماعية مع الغرباء.
وذكر فريق «موزو» أن أداة العلاج بمساعدة الروبوت متاحة ويمكن استخدامها من قبل معالجي التوحد والمربين وأولياء الأمور، كما يمكن التحكم بها من خلال تطبيق بسيط وسهل الاستخدام عبر الهاتف المحمول، ويلبي تطبيق الهاتف المحمول هذا احتياجات تفاعلات التعليم الاجتماعية والتواصلية، ويوفر للمستخدمين وسيلة فعالة لمهارات التعليم التي من الممكن أن تشكل تحدياً للأطفال الذين يعانون من اضطراب طيف التوحد.
وأوضحت ريم المرزوقي من الفريق أن كلفة النموذج الأول بلغت نحو 30 ألف درهم حتى الآن، إلا أن المنتج النهائي لن يكلف أكثر من 7 آلاف درهم.
وسلطت المرزوقي الضوء على جوانب السلامة في المشروع، قائلة إن الروبوت يملك شواحن متنقلة قابلة لإعادة الشحن مغلفة بعازل حراري، إلى جانب ذلك، لم تظهر أي آثار جانبية على سلوك الأطفال، بل تحسّنت مهاراتهم الاجتماعية.
20مشروع لتعزيز عملية اكتساب المهارات للرياضيين
ابتكر فريق «اكتساب المهارات» من الإمارات مشروعاً يهدف إلى تعزيز عملية اكتساب المهارات للرياضيين، وخاصة تقليل الوقت لتعلم المهارات الحركية عن طريق إدخال إشارة تعليم قائمة على مواد بيولوجية مأخوذة من الرياضيين المحترفين.
في هذه المرحلة من المشروع، تكون إشارات التعليم عبارة عن أنماط من نشاط العضلات مأخوذة من رياضي محترف باستخدام نشاط كهربي، ويتم جمع هذه الإشارات ومعالجتها في محطة عمل ثم تسقط على عضلات المتدرب من خلال شبكة محددة من محفزات العضلات.
ويستهدف هذا المشروع الرياضيين والمدربين والأندية والهيئات الصحية ومراكز إعادة التأهيل الخاصة، وبلغت تكلفته في مرحلة النموذج الأولي ما بين 5 آلاف إلى 7 آلاف دولار أميركي.
وقالت فاطمة حارب من الفريق: واجه الفريق تحديات في بناء الدارات الكهربائية لإنجاز جهاز وسيط بين الإنسان والآلة، لكنه كان قادراً على تجاوزها عبر البحث والدعم من الزملاء، لا تزال مصادر الاستثمار محدودة، وبالتالي النموذج الأول بسيط.
thought leaders
اطلق سمو الشيخ حمدان بن محمد بن راشد آل مكتوم ولي عهد دبي رئيس المجلس التنفيذي خلال القمة العالمية للحكومات في دورتها الثالثة في فبراير 2015، جائزة الإمارات للروبوت والذكاء الاصطناعي لخدمة الإنسان، باعتبارها واحدة من مبادرات المجلس العالمي للروبوتات والذكاء الاصطناعي، الذي تم تشكيله بالتعاون مع المنتدى الاقتصادي العالمي خلال قمة مجلس الأجندة العالمية الذي استضافته حكومة الإمارات العام الماضي، ويضم المجلس قادة الفكر من كبريات الجامعات وأهم الشركات والمؤسسات في جميع أنحاء العالم، ويهدف إلى تقديم المشورة بشأن أفضل السبل لاستخدام الروبوتات والذكاء الاصطناعي لتحسين حياة الإنسان والعمل على وضع استراتيجية عالمية لاستخدام الروبوتات في العديد من القطاعات الرئيسة.
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