Humanoid robots could eventually become a familiar sight in Portuguese homes and elderly care facilities, with a university in Santarém seeking funding to test whether artificial intelligence can help support
Universidade Politécnica de Santarém believes that robotics can complement home support and allow the stay of the elderly in their homes to be extended and can provide support for 24 hours.
In the United States, the social robot ElliQ talks with elderly people, suggests activities and facilitates family contacts, while in Singapore autonomous robots transport meals and medicines.
The Polytechnic University of Santarém seeks funding to test a humanoid robot in home support, day centers and nursing homes, evaluating the contribution of artificial intelligence in caring for older people.