Bosch Group / Service robotsRobot 'Apas' supports people with disabilities
The introduction of robots into production is changing the working environment and content. How does the division of labor between man and machine work? What opportunities do robots offer for the work of people with disabilities? The 'Aquias' project provides answers.
... movements, such as those that occur in people with epilepsy, an additional laser-based safety window was installed. Thanks to the sensor skin integrated in 'Apas', the robot automatically recognizes its human colleagues as soon as they come too close: over 120 sensors ensure an automatic and contactless stop at a path speed of 0.5 m/sec with a switching distance of 50 mm.The emergency stop button is also flexibly positioned at the workstation - depending on the physical condition of the employee or the mobility of their arms.