095 VRBot

Development of a training system for an assistance robot based on virtual reality: A proof of concept.

Intervention area

Mobility

Start date

September 1, 2018

End date

September 1, 2020

This proof of concept will enable the development and evaluation of a virtual reality-based training system for assistance robots. This system will enable the acquisition of the skills required to control such robots. A JACO robot will be used as a test platform. The project will lead to the development of a prototype assistance robot simulator for training purposes.

Lead applicant

François Routhier

Université Laval

Réadaptation

20 INTER mandates

Team

Philippe Archambault

Université McGill

Physical and Occupational Therapy

27 INTER mandates

Alexandre Campeau-Lecours

Université Laval

Génie mécanique

12 INTER mandates