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Mechanical systems are analogous to to electrical networks where springs and masses play similar roles to inductors and capacitors, respectively. A viscous damper in mechanical systems functions similarly to a resistor in electrical networks, dissipating energy. The forces acting on a mass in such systems include an applied force in the direction of motion, counteracted by forces from the spring, a viscous damper, and the mass's acceleration. This interplay of forces is mathematically...
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  • The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted risks to healthcare workers from patient contact, particularly during procedures like vaccinations.
  • Social distancing, masks, and gloves were crucial but insufficient to prevent transmission among stretched healthcare personnel.
  • The need for innovative solutions to minimize person-to-person contact in healthcare settings became evident.

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  • To develop and implement a robotic system for automated vaccine delivery, reducing direct contact between healthcare workers and patients.
  • To assess the feasibility and effectiveness of a humanoid robot in performing vaccination tasks.
  • To explore telepresence and robotics as alternatives for healthcare delivery during pandemics.

Main Methods:

  • A software module was designed and developed for a Pepper humanoid robot.
  • The system utilized the QiSDK within an Android IDE, incorporating a Python wrapper.
  • The robot was programmed to estimate patient pose, identify an injection site, and simulate vaccine delivery to the shoulder.

Main Results:

  • The robotic system achieved positive results in under 60 seconds with an 80% success rate in tests.
  • The implementation demonstrated the potential for robots to assist in vaccination procedures.
  • Ambient lighting conditions were identified as a factor affecting performance, indicating areas for future improvement.

Conclusions:

  • Humanoid robots offer a viable alternative for reducing infection transmission risks during vaccinations.
  • Further development can overcome current limitations, paving the way for automated and safer vaccination processes.
  • Robotic assistance in healthcare delivery can enhance safety for both patients and providers, especially during infectious disease outbreaks.