anybots: QB telepresence robot

‘QB’ telepresence robot

‘QB’  by anybots is a type of telepresence robot that allows users to have virtual ‘presence’  in places miles away. primarily geared towards office environments for long distance workers seeking a solution beyond teleconferencing or video chats to keep on top of their work, it could also be applied for emergency scenarios.

demonstration of ‘QB telepresence robot’

this remote controlled bot is 5 feet and 9 inches tall and weighs in at 32lbs. it uses an intel 2 core duo CPU, with a 5 megapixel eye that relays its captured content to a browser based interface on a mac. additionally, a low-resolution 640-by-480 video screen helps to gather feedback on the location of the robot and the obstacles in front of it. ‘QB’ is installed with a BSD operating system that sustains the robot’s three motors; two of which control the wheels, and a third for its retractable kickstand that allows it to stop.

anatomically, ‘QB’ features a wide base, a thin telescoping neck and a round bowl shaped head. it can travel up to a human speed of 3.5 mph using its 12-inch aluminum and rubber wheels. ‘QB’ is the first of a line of telepresence robots to be released into the market at a value of 15, 000 USD.