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Eyes of the future: the rise of robotic guide dogs
In this episode, we interviewed Doctor Xianbao Chen and Professor Gao Feng from Shanghai Jiao Tong University to discuss their groundbreaking work on a six-legged robot guide dog for the visually impaired.
Join us as we discuss the inspiration behind the robot and the technical challenges the team overcame to make it. We will also peek into the future of this fascinating field of robotics.
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Christopher McFadden
ContributorChristopher is a contributing writer for Interesting Engineering.
Xianbao Chen
Assistant ProfessorXianbao Chen is a Ph.D. graduate and a seasoned researcher in robotics. He currently works at Shanghai Jiao Tong University’s School of Mechanical Engineering.
With over a decade of experience in robot design, Chen has been instrumental in developing advanced robotic systems, including the innovative six-legged robotic guide dog to assist visually impaired individuals.
His work integrates cutting-edge technologies to create practical solutions that improve daily life for those with disabilities.
Gao Feng
ProfessorProfessor Gao Feng is a leading robotics and mechanical engineering expert at Shanghai Jiao Tong University.
Specializing in designing and applying parallel robots, he heads the research team behind the pioneering six-legged robotic guide dog project.
Under his leadership, the team has made significant strides in developing practical robotics applications, particularly assistive technologies.
Professor Gao’s work is recognized for its potential to revolutionize accessibility and independence for visually impaired people worldwide.