Foxconn and Kawasaki Heavy Industries have introduced Nurabot, a robotic nursing assistant set for market launch in 2026, built on the design of an existing Kawasaki robot named Nyokkey. Nurabot is equipped with two robotic arms, a luggage compartment, and can move autonomously. It is developed to assist nurses with tasks such as transporting supplies and guiding patients. Amidst a global shortage of nursing staff, the companies aim to enhance healthcare services through robotic support. Kawasaki has experience using robots in various sectors, highlighting their practical applications.
Foxconn and Kawasaki Heavy Industries have revealed a robotic nursing assistant named Nurabot, expected to start selling in 2026, designed to assist nurses with tasks in hospitals.
Nurabot features two arms for grabbing objects, a luggage compartment, and self-propelling capabilities, aimed at transporting blood samples, medicines, and guiding patients.
Kawasaki's existing robot Nyokkey has been utilized in nursing homes, infrastructure facilities, and restaurants, demonstrating viability in healthcare-related environments.
Amidst a nursing shortage in Taiwan and globally, Foxconn and Kawasaki believe that robotic assistants like Nurabot can help healthcare organizations maintain service levels.
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