Mobile manipulators that combine base mobility with the dexterity of an articulated
manipulator have gained popularity in numerous applications ranging from manufacturing …

The aim of this sco** review was to gather, summarize, and map the knowledge of
peoples' experiences on humanoid robots, capable of assisting people with activities of daily …

Teleoperation of mobile manipulators within a home environment can significantly enhance
the independence of individuals with severe motor impairments, allowing them to regain the …

An autonomous assistive robot needs to recognize the body-limb posture of the person
being assisted while he/she is lying in a bed to provide care services such as hel** …

Background People with physical disabilities due to disease or injury face barriers to their
daily activities and participation in society. Many depend on formal or informal caregivers for …

Driven by the shortage of qualified nurses and the increasing average age of the population,
the ambient assisted living style using intelligent service robots and smart home systems …

While robots present an opportunity to provide physical assistance to older adults and
people with mobility impairments in bed, people frequently rest in bed with blankets that …

Develo** an authentic understanding of potential users' needs and translating these into
usable categories as an input to research and development is an open problem. It is …

Robotic caregivers could potentially improve the quality of life of many who require physical
assistance. However, in order to assist individuals who are lying in bed, robots must be …

Patients who stay in bed for long periods are prone to pressure sores. Pressure sores cause
multiple complications and prolong hospitalization. To prevent pressure sores, the patient's …