VulcanBot.01 is an experimentation platform developed at eProsima to improve human-robot interaction (HRI) using the latest technologies in Vulcanexus and AI.
Using Vulcanexus as the development environment and built on the ROS 2 ROS4HRI framework, VulcanBot.01 integrates tools for advanced recognition of human poses, faces, and emotions. The development environment relies on Vulcanexus and Fast DDS to streamline communication between ROS 2 nodes, ensuring precise recognition of individuals.
Advanced Recognition for Improved Interaction
VulcanBot01’s development is centered on improving human-robot communication. Using state-of-the-art AI tools like YOLOv8 and Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs), the robot can accurately recognize individuals in real-time. It identifies human faces, detects body poses, and interprets emotions, allowing for a deeper level of interaction between humans and robots. This enhanced recognition is possible thanks to Vulcanexus’ ability to integrate ROS 2 nodes that detect the same individual using Fast DDS technology with keys for unambiguous user identification.
Key Achievements and Innovative Integration
- Enhanced Human Detection: Using a dual-camera system (RGB and depth) for accurate real-time identification of individuals, improving interaction in dynamic environments.
- Advanced AI Algorithms: Employs YOLOv8 and CNNs to quickly recognize faces, body poses, and emotions, enabling meaningful human-robot interactions.
- Efficient Middleware Communication: Built on Vulcanexus with Fast DDS, ensuring reliable communication across ROS 2 nodes for effective data sharing and integration.
- 3D Environmental Awareness: Depth imaging allows VulcanBot.01 to understand human positioning in 3D space, enhancing contextual awareness and interaction capabilities.
- Scalable Framework: The architecture is designed for flexibility and scalability, allowing for future enhancements as human-robot interaction technology evolves.
Conclusion
VulcanBot01 demonstrates how advanced AI and robotics can enhance communication and interaction between humans and robots.
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