Autonomous Robot Completes 110,000-Plus Elevator Rides

Diligent Robotics recently announced that its flagship product, Moxi the Robot, has completed 110,000 autonomous elevator rides and counting at health systems across the U.S., Robotics Tomorrow reports. Moxi has a humanoid form factor, with an arm for manipulating the environment, opening doors and pushing elevator buttons. Moxi is the only robot to accomplish this feat in a generalized way that is working 24/7 in U.S. hospitals. While many robotics projects are still in beta or confined to structured environments, Moxi is in the field, navigating unpredictable spaces and riding elevators and badging into secure areas — all without human intervention. Elevators are challenging for robots due to the unpredictability of human presence, dynamic paths and the need for precise, reliable manipulation and navigation. “Moxi’s ability to perform these rides autonomously across various health systems sets a new standard for autonomy in healthcare,” according to the source. From delivering supplies to transporting lab specimens, Moxi has become a reliable teammate for health care workers, improving operational efficiency and allowing staff to focus on patient care rather than routine transport tasks. As Diligent Robotics expands across health care systems, the demand for robotic automation is expected to grow significantly.