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Robots in Non-Industrial area
Whilst robots have been used industrially (e.g. factories, storage areas) for many years, their introduction into non-industrial functions is a relatively new occurrence. Robots used for non-industrial purposes are classified as ‘robots in personal care,’ and mainly assist elderly and/or disabled persons, as well as support the general public in daily living.
Safety Concerns
The majority of robots working industrially are designed to have incredible amounts of strength and consequently it is necessary to separate the machines from the people. On the other hand, robots that work with the elderly or designed to help with personal care MUST have contact with people. These robots will be required to comply with extremely stringent safety standards. The safety considerations must encompass not only mechanical components but also things such as chemical, environmental, electrical etc.
Creating Safety Standards
Whilst standards are in place to ensure the safety of robots working in industrial roles, there is currently a lack of standards in place for those working in non-industrial areas. TÜV Rheinland Group, with its wealth of product testing experience, in robotics and other fields, has been helping with the development of safety standards and guidelines for robots. While the standards and guidelines are still being developed, TÜV Rheinland Group continues to test robots using a combination of the existing standards and our own experience with regards to “state-of-the-art” safety considerations.
TÜV Rheinland Group is working very closely with other bodies to ensure that our inevitable future of living with robots occurs in the safest manner possible.
