Features
Obstacle Detection & AvoidanceThe system architecture is composed to determine if a person or object is restricting the route of movement, initially, using audio commands to attempt to open the way, if no response is detected, the robot will calculate an alternative route.
Secure CompartmentTraceability is a key feature of any medical environment. The robot has a lockable compartment for sensitive medical supplies that stays secure while in transit, access can only be granted by a two tier authentication system which involves a unique RFID key fob and user password.
Robotic delivery
The system is designed to autonomously calculate optimal routes, carry out a range of medical deliveries across numerous departments, on command, while interacting with patients and healthcare professionals.
The system is designed to autonomously calculate optimal routes, carry out a range of medical deliveries across numerous departments, on command, while interacting with patients and healthcare professionals.
User InterfaceA user interface with secure RFID and keypad login are provided to allow for authorised interaction, with the added feature of system visibility, showing any client, the current status of the system.
Battery ManagementThe robot includes a charging solution and battery management system to optimise the battery usage and ensure that the robot can complete its intended task without interruption.
Meet the Team
Our story
Meditech Automation is a Electro-Mechanical contracted company that specialises in providing automation solutions for the healthcare sector. We are currently bidding for a contract with SecureBots, a third party company that designs and delivers robotic-based secure package delivery solutions for healthcare providers. The project involves designing and delivering an autonomous robotic system for a network of hospitals to distribute small packages to a number of departments, utilising existing coloured lines on the floors between medical units to guide the robot to its destination. The contract will be awarded based on a demonstration session in Spring 2023, where each company will showcase their proof-of-concept unit alongside technical documentation.
Fitting motors, to get the project moving... One of the defined product specifications which was decided early in the project development cycle was the implementation of tracks for improved traction in hospital environments. It was important that the team immediately fitted the motors to give an idea of power requirements, and possible weight restrictions.
16 January 2023Week 1
On track for success...
23 Janurary 2023Week 2
Development and early testing of the onboard lock mechanism...
30 January 2023Week 3
Initial testing of autonomous path finding algorithm by the team on the improvised test bed...
6 February 2023Week 4
Integration and interfacing of IR and RGB colour detection sensors...
13 February 2023Week 3
Proprietary data storage unit for integrated voice commands...
27 February 2023
Week 7
Visibility and brand awareness are combined to create a safer product...
13 February 2023
Week 5
The heart of any electronic system is its power supply, ensuring safe operation is paramount to deployment in healthcare environments..
20 February 2023
Week 6
Things begin to come together with the fabrication of the robotic chassis...
13 March 2023
Week 9
Wiring and construction of the robotic circuitry... Composing the electronics in a tidy and efficient manor is key for the prototype model, as this demonstrates the teams commitment to modular scalable design for future manufacture needs. Successful orientation at this stage of the project is essential for subsequent design iterations, and greatly informs the team on which aspects of construction can be streamlined going forward.
6 March 2023Week 8
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Project Life Cycle
The project was carried out over the course of 12 weeks. For more insight into the design process click here.Learn more
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Edinburgh, UK
Heriot-Watt University
Campus, The Avenue,
Edinburgh, EH14 4AS
Campus, The Avenue,
Edinburgh, EH14 4AS
The School of Engineering and Physical Sciences (EPS)
