This robot can replace sick children at school, and even participate in class

This little robot can take the place of a student in class so that they can participate in distance learning.

Will robots eventually replace humans? ? This is one of humanity's greatest fears. However, for the moment, they are more developed for assistance and recently, they have even appeared in schools. The Norwegian company No Isolation has developed a small robot called AV1, who can attend the class.

It looks like a simplified version of a human head and torso. It is equipped with a camera, microphone and speaker, which serve as its eyes and ears to follow the teaching. It can even rotate 360 ​​degrees.

However, this robot does not move by itself, but weighing only one kilogram, it is easy to carry. It is actually placed on a table by the teacher or a student. Then, the absent student takes control of it remotely using an application. He can then observe everything that happens in class, hear the lesson and address the teacher through the speaker. There is even a “raise hand” option which manifests itself by flashing a light on the robot's head and another that allows emojis to appear in the robot's eyes to show the student's emotions.

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On its website, the company claims to want to “reduce school absenteeism thanks to AV1 telepresence robots.” This robot is actually reserved for sick children. It is not about those who miss school because of the flu, but students who suffer from health problems. long-term physical or mental health problems, making them unable to attend school for a period of time. This robot then allows them to follow classes and stay in touch with their classmates.

For Florence Salisbury, marketing director of No Isolation, its primary ability is to maintain social ties. “During a long absence, where classmates may not see their friend for an extended period of time, that connection to school really becomes a lifeline for that student, especially those who are suffering from a health issue,” she told CNN. Michael Douglas, the company's founding director, believes that these robots offer children the opportunity to continue to be interested in their courses even when they are in intensive care.

Some difficulties may nevertheless arise when using the robot, particularly in the event of a poor connection. It is also necessary to train teachers on the technical and social aspects of robots. The price is also a hindrance. If 3000 units of this robot are already Active in 17 countries, including the United Kingdom and Germany, schools must invest 180 euros per month to rent the robot or 4,420 euros with an additional service package of 930 euros per year to buy it.