Why Robots will be welcomed into our homes in the future
By: Suhaib Toffar
Tags: Irobot, Cleaning, Irobot Roomba, Robots, Irobot Robot Vacuum

Why would you need a robot cleaning device ?

Well lets face its in todays world we have less time than ever due to the heavy demands expected from us for time management . Working , family time and media take up so much of our time that when were home we’re just about ready to hit the hay. In these modern times productivity that is continuous is key, by making use of all the time available in the day , when you go to work and kids are at school. Why not make better use of it to get one or two chores done ?

These devices were designed for the very busy career person who simply doesn’t have the time to constantly clean and tidy up the floor space and lets face it, it is one less thing to worry about. indications on surveys have shown individuals and home owners coming home to a home that is perhaps untidy but clean, helps encourage finishing of smaller duties, like perhaps setting the pillows on the couch and clearing counters. But after a full day away from home are you really prepared to sweep and mop the entire house ?

No need to keep watch when you’re not home

Tired of having to watch your home surveillance footage all day due to alarm bells detecting movement at home when you’re away ? Yes home surveillance is one of the best inventions of the 21st century however they are not perfectly effective, not yet. At some stage the intelligence development level of home security such as smart home systems , will be a norm perhaps in a few year however for now is still an exclusive and expensive feature for the average home owner today, and thus when we have to monitor the cleaner it can be very distracting during working hours. We also don’t want to ignore the alarm messages from the camera system as we might miss something that is urgent. Anything can happen when we are not present at home like for example there could perhaps be a caretaker for your kids and one of the kids got hurt and so on. We do not want to think the worst of people but anything can happen and not be informed to you by whoever that caretaker is , sometimes the worst things happen with those closest to us , so this is not to victimize anyone in particular but to make anyone in your home a possible suspect for any situation to arise.

Hence fourth people have starting to put trust in robotics more and more over time slowly gaining confidence in these objects. We are still very far away from what we can expect to see perhaps in the form of artificial intelligence in robots in the form of humanoids, however there are enough handy robots out there today that can offer so much assistance around the house. For example iRobot have designed a robot vacuum and mop for household chores when you are not around and they do have a very basic form of artificial intelligence. They incorporate the Alexa program which enables voice command and response, which means yo can actually speak to your vacuum and tell it what to do . It also works on the google platform using google assistant which allows the robot to learn your leaning habits and then suggest based on the algorithm a suggested cleaning time schedule.

Which features can you expect from these robotic vacuum cleaners ?

These vacuum cleaning are very intelligently designed with an array of functions which allow them to be independent and self propelled . Their very design was encouraged by automated and self reliant cleaning in mind . Below are the summarized features which allow this capability to ensue :

1.Powerful Pickup Performance — This device will remove even the most stubborn dirt and mess utilizing a 3 stage cleaning system and maximum of 10 times the power/Lift suction. Using your iRobot home app in conjunction with your voice assistant you can control the way you want to clean your home. In most reviews this product scored no less than a 4 star product rating which makes it a great product to buy.

2.Smart Navigation — Using state of the art floor tracking sensors the iRobot using i3 navigates and maps out your floor surface row by row neatly making it systematic and effectively a good planner in your cleaning operation.

3.Smart Sensing — This function using Reactive Sensor Technology allows the robot to go where the job is needed and to avoid the places where it does not need to perform any duties and avoid collision. The reactive sensor technology will measure and calculate where the robot can reach and thereby avoids getting stuck on furniture and remembering where to go. These sensors also function as dirt detection sensors and focus on the much needed cleaning areas primarily.

4.Listens to your Voice — With the smart memory this iRobot vacuum will learn your regular cleaning style and schedule and eventually self offer personalized schedules using Google Assistant and Alexa Voice Command.

5.Ideal for home with pets — the construction contains a unique dual multi-surface rubber brush assembly which does not allow the brushes to get tangles with pets hair, as the brushes are designed to adjust and flex to keep them in constant contact with carpets and hard floors. The additional feature of a high efficiency filter traps approximately 99% of loose dog and cat dander allergens.

6.Combo iRobots Sync — The iRobot Duo can be used in collaboration and synchronized Roomba ( vacuum ) and Braava ( Mop ) to sequentially vacuum and then mop automatically once the vacuum has registered as task completed.

7. Hassle free auto-charge — As with most robots today it has become an industry standard to allow the robots to self charge at a charging bay/station before running flat or running low on power. So no manual plugging in of chargers and incomplete work or chores. They ill simple return back to duty once they are happy with the charge cycle attained.

8. Auto Empty — The iRobot also features Automatic Clean Base Disposal system allowing the iRobot to vacuum and empty its own bin .

Are robot vacuums pet friendly ?

It would seem these robots and other AI robots have found a peaceful acceptable setting within homes with animals and pets. It maybe due to animals and pets not finding them aggressive or a threat of any sort. With many parameters to consider, developers always stay realistic in their mindset with regard to robotics design, trying to keep in mind all possible variables and scenarios in mind. The introduction of robotics into homes is a slowly increasing industry but it is definitely rowing and will become a norm in society in the near future. Thus far animals and pets have reacted well to most forms of robotics in homes and some seem to accept them as companions as robots in homes have voice communication from their owners which allow the pets or animals to associate the robots with their owners .

Conclusion

I guess there isn’t a better reason than this to introduce yourself into the world of robotics, once which we will all have to familiarize ourselves with some point in the near future. Something that helps with the daily cleaning chores would definitely be deemed as a companion and being around robots are surprisingly easier than you think. Based on many years of media exposure, it is not an entirely new idea to accept visually which makes it easily adaptable in our lives. There are many robots today that are used in homes for security patrolling and convenience or simply companions, however the structural functionality of this iRobot vacuum and mop makes this product more essential to a broader spectrum of consumers and home owners.

by: Suhaib Toffar