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The Human Machine: Episode 06, 20.05.2008
Grand Gestures
"Bring me that cup." ARMAR doesn't understand everything yet. Pointing gestures could help improve communication with the robot. Computer scientist Kai Nickel has developed a system that recognises typical patterns of human movements. Will this allow ARMAR to recognise an outstretched arm and pick up the green cup?
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Field of Research:
Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Systems Technology
Location:
Karlsruhe
Episodes:
12
Season/Year:
1. Season/ 2008
Status:
Finished
Topics:
human machine, robot, dishwasher, emptying, kitchen help
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