Hey fam, tired of getting lost in massive metro hubs? Shenzhen Metro just rolled out a game-changing pilot: an AI-powered robot guide dog nicknamed Xiaosuan (Little Garlic) 🧄🤖. Launched on December 13 at Huangmugang Transportation Hub, it’s designed to help blind and low-vision passengers navigate like a pro.
So, what can Xiaosuan do? Here’s the scoop:
- Voice activation: Just say “Hey Xiaosuan” and you’re good to go!
- Smart route planning: It maps out the quickest path to elevators, exits, or ticket counters.
- Obstacle avoidance: Think of it as your personal guard, steering clear of crowds and barriers.
- Tactile paving tracking: Sticks to the textured floor guides you know as “bumps and grooves.”
- Chat and recognition: Responds to your questions and spots landmarks inside the hub.
Right now, you’ll find service points near accessible elevators at Exits 13 and 14. During this first month, friendly staff will tag along to make sure everything runs smoothly. If all goes well, the plan is to roll Xiaosuan out to more stations – imagine hopping on the MRT in Kuala Lumpur or MRT in Bangkok with your own robot buddy! 🚇✨
This pilot is a big step for inclusive tech. Whether you’re in tech, design, or just love cool gadgets, keep an eye on Xiaosuan – it might just redefine how we move through our cities. Stay tuned for updates! 🌟
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
