Robuddy
Robuddy is an autonomous robot guide dog,inspired by a mission to empower those with visual or auditory impairments. Embracing the profound impact of traditional guide dogs, the project melds advanced technology with empathy to provide not only functional assistance but also emotional support. Through innovative navigation and communication systems, this project envisions a future where inclusivity and independence converge, redefining the landscape of assistive devices.
Robuddy Autonomous Guide Dog by Ufuk Ogul Dülgeroglu has been highlighted as an innovative illustration of service design by the A' Design Award. Robuddy Autonomous Guide Dog earned the Golden A' Design Award in Robotics, Automaton and Automation Design in 2024. The A' Robotics, Automaton and Automation Design Award is an international, jury-voted, fair and ethical design competition which celebrates superior design of industrial robots, medical robots, agricultural robots, domestic robots, autonomous vehicles, humanoid robots, telepresence robots, underwater robots and more.
