Microrobot UBOT by Earthority.com

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Home Robot - UBOT

UBOT sweeps, vacuums, and mops simultaneously.

It thoroughly sweeps and vacuums the floor, even picking up tiny dust particles and uses an anti-bacterial wet-cloth to make the floor clean.

UBOT can complete a cleaning job within 10 minutes on a 100 sq. ft size floor and it does not damage furniture. It has an artificial intelligence movement system which 1) reads barcodes to construct a navigation algorithm and operate successfully without missing an area (this feature belongs to the Navigation model only & is not yet available), 2) uses wall following technology and a side brush to effectively clean the corners, and 3) uses a focus cleaning mode which allows user to clean a specified area.

User is able to see UBOT’s status either by looking at the window display screen or listening to the voice helper. Large collection container, timer operation, 4 operating programs, stair avoidance sensors, replaceable damp mop cartridges, powerful 60W motor for excellent vacuuming.

Types of UBOT

UBOT-Navigation (this model is not yet available): It travels by reading invisible barcodes on hard floors. This enables UBOT to perform fast and efficient cleaning tasks without missing areas and saves battery power due to the recognition of location. In addition, it automatically returns to the docking station to recharge the battery regardless of location and distance between UBOT and the docking station.

UBOT-General: Preprogrammed cleaning mode system leads to faster cleaning time and less power usage. There are three cleaning modes: 1) Full Cleaning Mode allows UBOT to clean a large area using different types of cleaning methods, 2) Spot Cleaning Mode allows UBOT to effectively clean a 1m x 1m (1.1yd x 1.1 yd) size square area, and 3) Corner Cleaning Mode allows UBOT to only clean the corners by following the wall.

Specifications

Diameter: 420 mm (16.54 inch)
Height: 180 mm (7.09 inch)
Weight: 8.12 kg (17.90 lb)
Cleaning Methods: Vacuum, Sweep, and Mop
Power requirement for Charger: AC 100 – 240 V
Power requirement for UBOT: DC 16.8V, 3A
Operating Temperature: -10 °C ~ 40 °C (14 °F ~ 104 °F)
Operating Humidity: 5 ~ 90%
Vacuum Motor Output: 60W
Speed: Approx. 0.2 m/sec (0.66 ft/sec)
Dust Capacity: Approx. 0.70 L (0.74 Quarts)
Wet-Cloth Length: 12 M (13 yards)
Charging Time: 4 hours Maximum
Run Time (Mopping / Vacuuming & Mopping): 4 hours / 2.5 hours
Moving Method: Pre-programmed moving methods and controlling by a remote control
Automatic Charging: (Auto Charge – Only when using Navigation System)
Navigation (Wall and Obstacle avoidance): Bumper Sensors, Infrared Rays (PSD Sensors) - (this feature belongs to the Navigation model only & is not yet available)
Batteries: LITHIUM – ION Rechargeable Cell
Stand By Time: 10 days

Distinctive Features and Components

Patented soft silicon rubber bumper sensor: UBOT has a soft silicon rubber bumper in front to protect all objects including humans, pets and furniture, and UBOT itself during cleaning.

Non-toxic anti-bacterial wet-cloth: In order to mop hard floors, UBOT uses a rolling wet-cloth. Wet cloth contains an extract from a pine needle which is called Phytoncide. Phytoncide is an anti-bacterial produced by a plant to protect itself from harmful insects or microorganisms. It is a natural non-toxic extract which is safe for people and has a pleasant aroma. User only has to change the wet-cloth every 20 days when UBOT is used 1 hour daily.

Invisible two dimensional barcodes and barcode reader (this feature belongs to the Navigation model only & is not yet available): UBOT is able to construct a navigation algorithm using topological structure by reading barcodes on the floors. Thus, UBOT can successfully clean quickly, decrease repetitive cleaning and clean corner areas.

PSD and Bumper Sensors: Six Position Sensing Device (PSD) sensors work in any type of lighting conditions, no matter how bright or how dark. Even if PSD sensor does not detect an object, the soft silicon bumper sensor will protect all objects and UBOT as well.

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