AI-Enhanced Robot Guide Dogs Aim to Assist the Visually Impaired

Chinese engineers develop six-legged robots to address the shortage of traditional guide dogs

The robots feature advanced optics, audio sensors, and AI for navigation and voice command recognition.
They are designed to provide stability with six legs and offer real-time feedback through a speed-control cane.
Field testing is underway, with commercialization plans in collaboration with Souchen Robot Co.
The cost of robot guide dogs could be lower than traditional guide dogs over their service life.
China has a significant shortfall in guide dogs, with only 400 for nearly 20 million blind individuals.