Robots for Everyday
Practical program focused on developing robotic solutions for everyday problems in homes, communities, and workplaces.
Robots for Everyday
Robots for Everyday focuses on creating robotic solutions that make a real difference in people’s daily lives. Rather than exploring cutting-edge research, this program emphasizes practical applications and user-centered design.
Program Approach
Problem Identification
Teams start by identifying real problems that robotics could address, often through user research and community engagement.
Design and Development
- User-centered design process
- Iterative prototyping
- Testing with real users
- Refinement based on feedback
Deployment Planning
- Consideration of production feasibility
- Cost analysis
- Maintenance and support planning
- Potential pathways to deployment
Example Projects
Past projects have included:
- Assistive robots for elderly care
- Educational robots for STEM learning
- Automated systems for small businesses
- Community service robots
- Accessibility tools for people with disabilities
Support Provided
- Access to prototyping tools and materials
- Technical mentorship
- User testing facilitation
- Connections to potential users and deployment partners
- Showcase opportunities for successful projects
Program Details
- Duration
- 10 weeks
- Format
- Hybrid (workshops + project work)
- Audience
- Engineers, designers, and problem-solvers interested in practical robotics applications
- Eligibility
- Interest in robotics and problem-solving. Technical background helpful but not required for all team roles.
Expected Outcomes
- Functional robot prototype solving a real problem
- Understanding of practical robotics development
- User-centered design skills
- Potential for product development or deployment
How to Apply
- 1 Submit problem statement or interest in specific application area
- 2 Attend information session
- 3 Join or form a project team
Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of problems can we address?
Examples include household assistance, accessibility aids, educational tools, community service robots, and workplace automation.
Do we need to build from scratch?
Teams can use existing platforms, kits, or build custom solutions. We support various approaches based on project needs.
What happens after the program?
Successful projects may continue development, seek deployment opportunities, or become the basis for startup ventures.